Body Electrical System

Repair Procedures

12steps
~72min
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Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the front panel center trim. (Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Controller)
  3. Disconnect the connectors from the Body Control Module (A).
  4. Remove the Body Control Module (A) after loosening the mounting nuts.

Installation

  1. Install the Body Control Module.
  2. Connect the Body Control Module.
  3. Install the center airbag panel.

BCM Diagnosis Using GDS

  1. The body electrical system can be quickly diagnosed for faulty parts using the Global Diagnostic System (GDS). The GDS provides the following information.
    1. Self-Diagnosis: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Check and Display.
    2. Current Data: Check the system input/output status.
    3. Actuator Test: Check system operating status.
    4. Additional Functions: Other controls such as system option and zero point adjustment.
  2. Select "Vehicle Model" and the system to be checked to inspect the vehicle with the tester.
  3. Select "Body Control Module (BCM)" to check the body control module.
  4. Select the "Current Data" menu to check the current input/output status. Input/output values can be checked for the sensors related to the Body Control Module (BCM).
  5. To change a user setting, select "User Settings".

Test yourself

A quick Hyundai Sonata LF quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.