B2557
Left Headlamp(Low Beam) Open
Causes
- Burned-out or open low-beam bulb (filament failure)
- Open or damaged wiring between BCM/headlamp relay and left low-beam socket
- Corroded, loose or disconnected headlamp connector or ground
- Blown fuse or failed headlamp relay for the left low beam circuit
- Faulty Body Control Module (BCM) or headlamp driver/module
- Aftermarket modifications or poor prior repairs causing an open circuit
Symptoms
- Left low-beam headlamp does not illuminate
- Instrument cluster headlamp warning or indicator lamp may be on
- Asymmetric lighting while driving at night (one low beam out)
- Possible reduced visibility on left side
- DTC B2557 stored in BCM or body control module
What to check
- Visually inspect left headlamp assembly, bulb condition, and connector for corrosion/damage
- Verify headlamp operation: switch ON low beams and confirm other lamps function
- Check related fuses and relays for continuity and correct operation
- Wiggle test the harness and connector while observing lamp or scan tool live data
- Scan the BCM for stored codes and freeze-frame data; check for related body/module faults
Signal parameters
- Expected battery voltage at lamp socket with low beams ON: ~11–14 V
- Bulb filament resistance (halogen low-beam): typically ~1–6 ohms (cold); open = infinite
- LED modules: measure supply voltage at module and expected current draw per service info (no simple filament resistance)
- Ground continuity: close to 0 ohms from socket ground to chassis
- BCM output/control signal: verify commanded ON state in scan tool (digital control or CAN status)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Use a scan tool to confirm B2557 is current or historic and view any related body/lighting codes.
- Turn ON low beams and visually confirm the left lamp is off while the right lamp is on.
- Inspect the left headlamp bulb and socket. Remove the bulb and inspect filament/LED and socket for corrosion or heat damage.
- Measure voltage at the bulb socket with low beams ON. If ~12 V present and bulb removed, check bulb resistance separately.
- If socket voltage is present and bulb is good, check continuity between socket ground and chassis; repair poor ground if found.
- If no voltage at socket, trace wiring back toward the BCM/relay: check fuses, relays, connector pin continuity, and wiring for opens or damage.
- If wiring and hardware appear intact, check BCM/headlamp driver outputs with a scan tool or oscilloscope per factory procedure; confirm BCM commands and driver response.
- Repair or replace the faulty component (bulb, wiring, connector, fuse/relay, or BCM/driver) as identified. Use manufacturer parts and routing/fastening practices.
- After repair, clear codes, cycle the headlights, and confirm lamp operation and that B2557 does not return.
Likely causes
- Failed bulb or broken filament
- Loose/disconnected connector at the left headlamp
- Open/shorted wiring harness (pinched or chafed) to left low-beam
- Corroded socket or poor ground connection
Fault status
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B2557
Left Power Sliding Door Open/Close Output Circuit Short to Battery
Causes
- Burned-out or open low-beam bulb (filament failure)
- Open or damaged wiring between BCM/headlamp relay and left low-beam socket
- Corroded, loose or disconnected headlamp connector or ground
- Blown fuse or failed headlamp relay for the left low beam circuit
- Faulty Body Control Module (BCM) or headlamp driver/module
- Aftermarket modifications or poor prior repairs causing an open circuit
Symptoms
- Left low-beam headlamp does not illuminate
- Instrument cluster headlamp warning or indicator lamp may be on
- Asymmetric lighting while driving at night (one low beam out)
- Possible reduced visibility on left side
- DTC B2557 stored in BCM or body control module
What to check
- Visually inspect left headlamp assembly, bulb condition, and connector for corrosion/damage
- Verify headlamp operation: switch ON low beams and confirm other lamps function
- Check related fuses and relays for continuity and correct operation
- Wiggle test the harness and connector while observing lamp or scan tool live data
- Scan the BCM for stored codes and freeze-frame data; check for related body/module faults
Signal parameters
- Expected battery voltage at lamp socket with low beams ON: ~11–14 V
- Bulb filament resistance (halogen low-beam): typically ~1–6 ohms (cold); open = infinite
- LED modules: measure supply voltage at module and expected current draw per service info (no simple filament resistance)
- Ground continuity: close to 0 ohms from socket ground to chassis
- BCM output/control signal: verify commanded ON state in scan tool (digital control or CAN status)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Use a scan tool to confirm B2557 is current or historic and view any related body/lighting codes.
- Turn ON low beams and visually confirm the left lamp is off while the right lamp is on.
- Inspect the left headlamp bulb and socket. Remove the bulb and inspect filament/LED and socket for corrosion or heat damage.
- Measure voltage at the bulb socket with low beams ON. If ~12 V present and bulb removed, check bulb resistance separately.
- If socket voltage is present and bulb is good, check continuity between socket ground and chassis; repair poor ground if found.
- If no voltage at socket, trace wiring back toward the BCM/relay: check fuses, relays, connector pin continuity, and wiring for opens or damage.
- If wiring and hardware appear intact, check BCM/headlamp driver outputs with a scan tool or oscilloscope per factory procedure; confirm BCM commands and driver response.
- Repair or replace the faulty component (bulb, wiring, connector, fuse/relay, or BCM/driver) as identified. Use manufacturer parts and routing/fastening practices.
- After repair, clear codes, cycle the headlights, and confirm lamp operation and that B2557 does not return.
Likely causes
- Failed bulb or broken filament
- Loose/disconnected connector at the left headlamp
- Open/shorted wiring harness (pinched or chafed) to left low-beam
- Corroded socket or poor ground connection
Fault status
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