Where is the body control module of Geely Global Hawk GX7 located?
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Geely Global Hawk GX7 body control module is generally installed in the glove box, and the module has two plugs. BCM: BCM mainly controls the electrical appliances of the car body, such as the whole vehicle lights, wipers, washing, door locks, power windows, sunroof, power mirrors, remote control, etc. That is, the switch signals of these electrical appliances are input to the BCM, and the BCM directly or through a relay controls the corresponding electrical appliances to work. Body Controller: The body controller, also known as the body computer, in automotive engineering refers to the electronic control unit (ECU) used to control the body electrical system, which is one of the important components of the car.
My 2013 GX7 had its center console removed before. The body control module is located behind the trim panel under the driver's seat. If you bend down, you'll see a black square box with over a dozen wiring harnesses plugged into it - that's the one. Remember to disconnect the battery before working on it. Last time I forgot to disconnect it and nearly burned out the radio fuse. I recommend checking your vehicle's manual to confirm the location, as there might be differences between different model years. To remove the trim panel, you'll need to first take out two plastic clips. Use a flathead screwdriver to gently pry them loose, but don't use too much force or you might break the clips.
As experienced mechanics, when working on the GX7, we usually locate the body control module on the left side of the dashboard. Specifically, it's positioned inside the lower steering column cover – you'll need to lie in the driver's seat and look upward to spot that metal-finned box. The module is secured with two 10mm bolts, and the wiring harness connector has a foolproof design – never force it out. Critical reminder: Always disconnect the battery negative terminal before servicing, otherwise you risk frying the module or triggering airbag fault codes. Older vehicles have particularly brittle plastic clips, so keep some replacement clips handy during disassembly.
