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SODL Network Input Messages

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Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Active park assist system status PAM Disables the CTA warnings during active park assist maneuvers.
BLIS ®/ CTA enable command IPC Used to enable/disable the BLIS ® or CTA based on driver input.
Gear lever position PCM Used to turn the BLIS ® and CTA system on and off depending the gear lever position.
Ignition key type BCM Used to disable the ability to turn OFF the BLIS ® and CTA when a MyKey ® restricted key is in use.
Trailer lamp connected TRM Disables the BLIS ® and CTA when a trailer is electrically connected to the vehicle.
Turn signal status SASM Used to generate the secondary alert when a turn signal is activated.
Vehicle speed PCM Used to activate the BLIS ® after an ignition cycle and deactivate the CTA system when the vehicle speed exceeds preset thresholds.
VIN information BCM Contains VIN information.
Wiper status SASM Used to determine ambient weather conditions for correct system operation.


Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Active park assist system status PAM Disables the CTA warnings during active park assist maneuvers.
BLIS ®/ CTA enable/disable command IPC Used to enable/disable the BLIS ® or CTA based on driver input.
BLIS ® driver LED status DDM Used to confirm the operating status of the LH exterior mirror BLIS ® LED.
Gear lever position PCM Used to turn the BLIS ® and CTA system on and off depending the gear lever position.
Ignition key type BCM Used to disable the ability to turn OFF the BLIS ® and CTA when a MyKey ® restricted key is in use.
Trailer lamp connected TRM Disables the BLIS ® and CTA when a trailer is electrically connected to the vehicle.
Turn signal status SASM Used to generate the secondary alert when a turn signal is activated.
Vehicle speed PCM Used to activate the BLIS ® after an ignition cycle and deactivate the CTA system when the vehicle speed exceeds preset thresholds.
VIN information BCM Contains VIN information.
Wiper status SASM Used to determine ambient weather conditions for correct system operation.