Diagnostics

Diagnostics

On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) with Scan Tool

These self-tests should be used to diagnose the PCM and should be carried out in order.

NOTE: Make sure to use the latest scan tool software release.

1. If the cause is not visually evident, connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector (DLC).

NOTE: The Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) LED prove-out confirms power and ground from the DLC to the VCM.

2. If the scan tool does not communicate with the VCM:
- check the VCM connection to the vehicle.

- check the scan tool connection to the VCM.

- refer to Module Communications Network Testing and Inspection to diagnose no power to the scan tool.

3. If the scan tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
- verify the ignition is in the RUN position.

- verify scan tool operation with a known good vehicle.

- refer to Module Communications Network Testing and Inspection to diagnose no response from the PCM.

4. Carry out the network test.
- If the scan tool responds with no communication from one or more modules, refer to Module Communications Network Testing and Inspection.

- If the network test passes, retrieve and record the continuous memory DTCs.

5. Clear the continuous DTCs and carry out the PCM self-test.

6. If DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, GO to the DTC Chart. 6F35

7. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to Diagnosis By Symptom Diagnosis By Symptom.