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B388E Cadillac Code - Trailer Lamps Number Of Intermittent Short Circuit Detections Exceeded Signal Cross Coupled

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- Repair Importance Level: 3/3
- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC B388E Cadillac?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Trailer Interface Control Module
  • Trailer Interface Control Module harness is open or shorted
  • Trailer Interface Control Module circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC B388E Cadillac?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the B388E Cadillac code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

Code B388E Cadillac Description

The Trailer Interface Control Module is supplied with battery voltage as well as ignition voltage from the rear body fuse block and is permanently grounded. For lighting operation, the trailer interface control module receives serial data messages from the Body Control Module (BCM) indicating what lamps have been activated on the vehicle. The trailer interface control module responds by applying voltage to the appropriate control circuits for the requested lamps illuminating the lamps on the attached trailer.
For stop lamp operation, the Trailer Interface Control Module receives an input from the center high mount stop lamp control circuit. When the brakes are applied on the vehicle, the Trailer Interface Control Module receives the brake applied input from the center high mount stop lamp control circuit. The trailer interface control module responds by applying voltage to the trailer stop lamp control circuit illuminating the trailer stop lamps. The trailer interface control module also receives a serial data message from the BCM indicating that the vehicle brakes have been applied.

OBDII Code B388E Cadillac - Trailer Lamps Number Of Intermittent Short Circuit Detections Exceeded Signal Cross Coupled - AutoCodes.com
B388E Cadillac Code - Trailer Lamps Number Of Intermittent Short Circuit Detections Exceeded Signal Cross Coupled

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