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BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE): Diagnosis Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to "WIRING DIAGRAM ".

  1. CHECK FUSES AND FUSIBLE LINK

    Check that the following fuses and fusible link are not blown.

    Terminal No. Signal name Fuses and fusible link No.
    57 Battery power supply 21 (10A)
    70 G (50A)
    11 Ignition ACC or ON 4 (10A)
    38 Ignition ON or START 1 (10A)

    Is the fuse blown? 

    YES: Replace the blown fuse or fusible link after repairing the affected circuit.

    NO: GO TO 2

  2. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect BCM.
    3. Check voltage between BCM harness connector and ground.
    Connector Terminals Power source Condition Voltage (V) (Approx.)
    (+) (-)
    M18 11 Ground ACC power supply Ignition switch ACC or ON Battery voltage
    38 Ground Ignition power supply Ignition switch ON or START Battery voltage
    M20 57 Ground Battery power supply Ignition switch OFF Battery voltage
    70 Ground Battery power supply Ignition switch OFF Battery voltage
    Fig 1: Checking Voltage Between BCM Connector M18, M20 Terminals And Ground
    G04903940Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Is the measurement value normal? 

    YES: GO TO 3

    NO: Repair or replace harness.

  3. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT

    Check continuity between BCM harness connector and ground.

    BCM Ground Continuity
    Connector Terminal
    M20 67 Yes
    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between BCM Connector M20 Terminal 67 And Ground
    G04903941Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Does continuity exist? 

    YES: Inspection End.

    NO: Repair or replace harness.