B3715

DTC B3715

Diagnostic Instructions

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



DTC Descriptor
DTC B3715 02
- Front Wiper Relay Drive Circuit Short to Ground




Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The body control module (BCM) monitors the control circuit of the wiper relay. The voltage level should be low while the wiper relay is de-energized and near system voltage when the relay is energized. After the BCM receives a low, intermittent, or mist signal from the wiper/washer switch, it responds by applying battery voltage through the wiper relay control circuit to the coil side of the relay, energizing the WIPER Relay. Ground is supplied at all times to the coil side of the WIPER relay from G104.


Conditions for Running the DTC

This DTC can set only when the output is actively being requested by the BCM.


Conditions for Setting the DTC

If the BCM detects a short to ground in the wiper relay control circuit.


Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM will not activate the output.


Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The current DTC will become history when the request for the output is removed or when the condition for setting the fault is corrected.
* The history DTC will clear after 50 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present.



Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Wiper/Washer Schematics ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Component Connector End Views)
Description and Operation

Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation (Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Programming and Relearning (Programming and Relearning)for Scan Tool Information


Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the underhood fuse block.

Important: The underhood fuse block bottom view illustration is an inverted view of the connectors in the bracket assembly.


2. Connect a 60A fused jumper from the battery supply terminal in connector X6 to connector X5 terminal F2.
3. Connect a test lamp from the relay control circuit in connector X5 terminal K3 to ground.
4. Command the Wiper Relay ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.

• If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the body control module.


• If the test lamp is always OFF, test for a short to ground or an open/high resistance on the control circuit. If the circuit tests normal, replace the body control module.

5. If all circuits test normal, replace the underhood fuse block.



Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

* Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement (Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement)
* Programming and Relearning (Programming and Relearning)for BCM replacement, setup, and programming