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U2010 Code - Illumination Switch Circuit Short

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC U2010?

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 Illumination Switch
  • Illumination Switch harness is open or shorted
  • Illumination Switch circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Body Control Module (BCM)

Code Tech Notes

U2010:11 Illumination Switch Circuit Short to Ground
U2010:15 Illumination Switch Circuit Short to Battery or Open

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How to Fix the DTC U2010?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the U2010 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

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

What Does the U2010 Code Mean?

The Body Control Module (BCM) supplies voltage to all non-networked illumination sources through 1 of 3 circuits. Each circuit has separate Field-Effect Transistor (FET) protection that is used to disable the output driver for the circuit if a short to ground is detected. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will set in continuous memory and on-demand when the BCM detects an excessive or a lower than expected current draw from a switch illumination circuit.

U2010 Code - Illumination Switch Circuit Short

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