VUE AWD V6-3.5L (2007)
Daytime Running Lamp Resistor: All Technical Service Bulletins
Lighting - DRL Inop./DRL Indicator Flashes/DTC B2600
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 07-08-42-002A
Date: April 03, 2008
Subject:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) May Not Work or DRL Indicator on IP Cluster Flashes and Then Goes Out, DTC B2600 (Inspect DRL Resistor and
Replace, If Necessary)
Models:
2005-2006 Chevrolet Equinox (U.S. Only)
2006 Pontiac Torrent (U.S Only)
2002-2007 Saturn VUE (U.S Only)
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to update the models affected, change the procedure and Parts Information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number
07-08-42-002 (Section 08 - Body and Accessories).
Important:
This bulletin applies to vehicles sold and registered in the U.S. ONLY. Vehicles sold and registered in Canada should refer to Special Coverage
Bulletin 08050.
Condition
Some customers may comment that the daytime running lamps (DRL) may not work or that the DRL indicator on the IP cluster flashes and then goes out.
A technician may find DTC B2600 (Daytime Running Lamp Control Circuit) set.
Cause
The DRL resistor may be cracked.
Correction
Inspect the DRL resistor using the steps below.
1.
Verify that the daytime running lamps are not illuminated by following the steps below:
1.
Park the vehicle outside or hold a shop trouble light over the ambient light sensor for 30 seconds.
2.
Position the headlamp switch to the "Auto" position.
3.
Make sure the parking brake is not applied or set.
4.
Depress the brake pedal.
5.
Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
6.
Shift the transmission out of "Park" position or place the vehicle into gear if equipped with a manual transmission.
7.
Visually watch the green DRL telltale lamp on the IP cluster and note the operation of the DRL lamps.
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If the DRL telltale lamp stays on and both DRL lamps are on, then the DRLs are functioning properly. No further action is required.
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If the DRL telltale flashes rapidly, goes out and one DRL lamp flashes rapidly a DRL bulb may be burned out. Inspect the DRL bulb and
replace if necessary.
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If the DRL telltale flashes rapidly, goes out and no DRL lamps come on then proceed to the next step.
8.
Check for DTCs and verify DTC B2600-Daytime Running Lamp Control Circuit is present.
