Chevrolet Trax: DTC B389A: Environment identification
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 provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC B389A
Environment Identification
For symptom byte information, refer to Symptom Byte List .
Circuit/System Description
When certain modules are programmed and configured during installation, the
module learns a specific
environment identifier which is unique to the vehicle. The environment
identifier is used to prevent the
swapping modules between vehicles. The body control module (BCM) is the keeper
of the environment
identifier. The Instrument Cluster, Electronic Brake Control Module, HVAC
Control Module, Inflatable
Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module, engine control module (ECM), and
Steering Column Lock Module
(if equipped) each learn the environment identifier during their configuration
process. During vehicle operation, the BCM sends the immobilizer identifier as a
challenge and each module responds to the challenge by sending
the environment identifier back to the BCM. If the BCM sends an incorrect
immobilizer identifier or a specific
number of incorrect environment identifiers are received, vehicle starting is
disabled.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition is in the ACCESSORY or RUN position.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
An incorrect immobilizer identifier was broadcast 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 BCM broadcasts a correct immobilizer
identifier.
Diagnostic Aids
If BCM programming is not completed after BCM replacement, the immobilizer
identifier will not be learned.
If DTC B389A sets immediately after the replacement and programming of a BCM,
perform the programming
procedure again.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Immobilizer Schematics (Encore), Immobilizer Schematics (Trax)
Connector End View Reference
WIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - COMPONENT CONNECTOR END VIEWS -
INDEX - ENCORE WIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - COMPONENT
CONNECTOR END VIEWS - INDEX - TRAX
Description and Operation
Immobilizer Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
- Circuit Testing
- Connector Repairs
- Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
- Wiring Repairs
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Verify DTC B389A did not set immediately following the replacement and
programming of the K9 Body
Control Module.
- If the DTC set immediately after the replacement and programming of
the K9 Body Control
Module
The immobilizer learn procedure was not properly completed. Perform the BCM
immobilizer learn
using the body control module IMMO Function with Existing Transponder or Remote
Key in SPS.
Refer to Immobilizer System Component Programming.
- If the DTC did not set immediately after the replacement and
programming of the K9 Body
Control Module
- Verify DTC B3902 is not set in any of the control modules listed below:
- K20 Engine Control Module
- K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module
- K17 Electronic Brake Control Module
- K33 HVAC Control Module
- P16 Instrument Cluster
- K60 Steering Column Lock Module (if equipped)
- If DTC B3902 is set in any of the modules
Refer to DTC B3902.
- If DTC B3902 is not set in any of the modules
- Perform the K9 Body Control Module immobilizer learn using body control
module IMMO Function
with Existing Transponder or Remote Key in SPS. Refer to Immobilizer System
Component
Programming.
- Verify DTC B389A does not set after programming.
- If the DTC sets after programming
Replace the K9 Body Control Module.
- If the DTC does not set after programming
- All OK.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.
Control Module References for body control module replacement, programming, and
setup.
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Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning
WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
NOTE: The body side frame rocker reinforcement is made of Ultra
High Strength
Dual Phase Steel and should be replaced only at factory joints. Repairing
or s
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing
material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims. If the material
is damaged, replace the headliner and/or the garnish trim. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury.
CAUTION: If a vehicle i