Service Information

Cruze

DTC B305A

Diagnostic Instructions

•	Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

•	Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

•	Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC B305A 00: No Response From Steering Column Lock Received

The vehicle theft deterrent subsystem provides the capability to lock or unlock the steering electrically. The steering column lock control module is allowed to unlock when power mode transitions to a non off power mode and an authenticated driver identification device is present. Once the column is unlocked, a crank request can be allowed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

•	The ignition is in OFF, ACCESSORY or RUN position.

•	The system voltage is between 9 V and 16 V.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The body control module (BCM) has not received any response from the steering column lock control module.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	DTC B305A is stored in the BCM memory.

•	The driver information centre displays the service column lock system warning message.

•	The steering column lock indicator is ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.

•	The BCM has received response from the steering column lock control module.

Reference Information

Electrical Information Reference

•	Circuit Testing

•	Connector Repairs

•	Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

•	Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Clear all DTCs and operate the steering column lock within the conditions for running the DTC. The DTC should not set.

⇒	If the DTC sets, replace the K60 Steering Column Lock Control Module or the K9 Body Control Module (BCM).

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

•	Steering Column Replacement : Right Hand Drive → Left Hand Drive

•	Body Control Module Replacement

•	Control Module References for steering column lock control module/body control module replacement, setup and programming