Stratus Sedan L4-2.4L VIN X (2003)
Body Control Module Part 2 Of 2
BODY CONTROL MODULE
The Body Control Module (BCM) supplies vehicle occupants with visual and audible information and controls various vehicle functions. To provide
and receive information, the module is interfaced to the vehicle's serial bus communications network (the Programmable Communication Interface or
PCI bus). This network consists of the Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM),
the Transmission Control Module (TCM), the Electro/Mechanical Instrument Cluster (MIC), Compass/Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC), Airbag Control
Module (ORC), optional Antilock Brakes (ABS), the optional radio and remote CD-player. The (BCM) is operational when battery power is supplied
to the module, ignition switch power is needed for ignition switched functions.
The Body Control Module provides the following features:
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A/C switch status/evaporator temperature status
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BCM diagnostic support
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Central lock and unlock (VTSS only)
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Climate Control system support
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Door ajar switch status
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Door Lock Inhibit (key in ignition or headlamps/park lamps on)
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Electronic Odometer Support
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Headlamp Time Delay
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Illuminated Entry with "fade to off"
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Interior lighting with battery save feature
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Mechanical Instrument Cluster (fuel level, dim data, odometer & warning chime) support
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Travel information system
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Power convertible top
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Power door lock multiplexing control
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Rear Window Defogger Control
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Remote Keyless Entry with Panic Mode
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Remote power deck lid release
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Rolling door lock control (customer programmable)
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Sentry key immobilizer support
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Vehicle Theft Security System
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Wiper Control (speed sensitive with return to park)
The BCM receives information over the PCI Bus from the PCM in order to support certain features. The required information is as follows:
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Engine RPM
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Engine Temperature
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Injector on Time and Distance Pulses
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Vehicle Speed
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Charging System Failure, Engine Temperature Limp-In, VTSS Arming Status
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Engine Model
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"Check Engine" lamp status
The BCM provides the PCM with information on the A/C switch status and the VTSS status.
The JR has several customer programmable features which can be disabled or enabled by the customer.
