Park Lamp Signal Circuit Low


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B3840 SATURN Possible Causes

  • Faulty Park Lamp Relay
  • Park Lamp Relay harness is open or shorted
  • Park Lamp Relay circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Body Control Module (BCM)

How do I fix code B3840 SATURN?

  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’s pins.

Cost of diagnosing the B3840 SATURN code

  The cost of diagnosing the B3840 SATURN code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

Possible Symptoms

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

B3840 SATURN Description

  The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the activity of the park lamp relay switch with the headlamp switch in either the PARK position or the HEAD position. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) sets when the BCM detects an open or a short to ground in the park lamp supply voltage circuit with the headlamp switch in either the PARK position or the HEAD position.

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