Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Vauxhall
01 Preface02 General Information03 Body Hardware and Trim04 Body Repair05 Body Systems06 General Vehicle Information07 Brakes08 Diagnostic Navigation09 Driveline/Axle10 Driver Information and Entertainment11 Engine12 HVAC13 Power and Signal Distribution14 Roof15 Safety and Security16 Seats17 Steering18 Suspension19 Transmission/Transaxle
Vauxhall Astra J15 · Safety and Security
15 · General

DTC B389A

Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra J
Section
Theft Deterrent › Other Information › DTC B389A
Safety and SecurityDTC B389A

DTC B389A

Diagnostic Instructions

•  Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
•  Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
•  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provide an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC B389A 00: Environment Identification Malfunction - Received by BCM

Circuit/System Description

When certain modules are programmed and configured during installation, the module learns a specific immobilizer identifier which is unique to the vehicle. The identifier is used to prevent swapping modules between vehicles. The body control module (BCM) is the keeper of the environment identifier. The instrument cluster, electronic brake control module (EBCM), HVAC control module, inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM), engine control module (ECM), each learn the identifier during their configuration process. During vehicle operation, each of these modules compare their identifier to the BCM. If the identifiers match, vehicle starting is allowed. If an identifier does not match, vehicle starting is disabled.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

An incorrect environment identifier is received by the BCM.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•  The security indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
•  Vehicle starting will be disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

A current DTC will be cleared when the module learns an environment identifier.

Reference Information


Schematic Reference

Theft Deterrent System Schematics


Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views


Electrical Information Reference


Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification


Note: 
Make sure to fix DTC B3902 first that has set in the following modules: Instrument Cluster, SDM, ECM, HVAC Control Module, EBCM, and steering column lock control module (if equipped) before proceeding to the following diagnosis regarding the BCM.

Perform the Programming and Setup procedure for the K9 Body Control Module. Verify the DTC does not reset after programming.

If the DTC resets, replace the K9 Body Control Module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for control module replacement, programming and setup

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