Scan Tool Data Definitions
IPC SCAN TOOL DATA DEFINITIONSThe IPC scan tool data definitions contains a brief description of all IPC related parameters available on the scan tool.
Digit GM Part Number: The scan tool displays the GM eight digit part number of the IPC.
Antilock Lamp: The scan tool displays On/Off. The state of the ABS indicator as commanded by the IPC.
Battery Voltage: The scan tool displays 0-25.5 volts. The voltage measured at the battery positive voltage circuit of the IPC.
Battery Voltage: The scan tool displays 0-25.5 volts. The voltage measured at the battery positive voltage circuit of the DIC.
Brake Fluid Level: The scan tool displays Ok/Low. The IPC monitors the brake fluid level switch signal circuit, A closed switch is displayed as Low.
Coolant Level: The scan tool displays Ok/Low. The IPC monitors the coolant level switch signal circuit, A closed switch is displayed as Low.
Driver Door Ajar Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DDM monitors the signal circuit of the driver door ajar switch. A closed switch is displayed as OFF.
ECT Sensor: The scan tool displays -40°C (-40°F) to 140°C (284°F). The PCM monitors the voltage at the signal circuit of the engine coolant temperature sensor.
Engine Oil Level Switch: The scan tool displays Ok/Low. The PCM monitors the signal circuit of the engine oil level switch. A open switch is displayed as Low.
Engine Oil Life Remaining: The scan tool displays 0-100%. The PCM calculates and sends the correct oil life data to the IPC.
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (LX5): The scan tool displays 0-19 V. The PCM monitors the signal circuit of the engine oil pressure sensor.
Engine Oil Pressure (L47) - Switch: The scan tool displays Ok/Low. The PCM monitors the signal circuit of the engine oil pressure switch.
Engine Speed: The scan tool displays 0-9999 RPM. Engine speed is computed by the PCM from the 3X reference input.
Engine Speed: The scan tool displays 0-9999 RPM. The IPC monitors the engine speed signal circuit from the PCM.
Fuel Level (LX5): The scan tool displays 0-100%. The PCM calculates the amount of fuel remaining in the tank based on the fuel level signal circuit.
Fuel Level (L47): The scan tool displays 7.6 L-70 L. The PCM calculates the amount of fuel remaining in the tank based on the fuel level signal circuit.
Fuel Level Sensor: The scan tool displays 0-5 V. The PCM monitors the signal circuit of the fuel level sensor.
Ignition 1: The scan tool displays On/Off. The IPC monitors the ignition 1 circuit.
Ignition 3: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DIC monitors the ignition 3 circuit.
Ignition Counter: The scan tool displays 0-50. The DIC counts the number of times the ignition is cycled.
Ignition Counter: The scan tool displays O-50. The IPC counts the number of times the ignition is cycled.
Julian Date Of Build: The scan tool displays year and day. The first digit indicates the last digit of the year that the control module was built. The remaining 3 digits indicate the day of the year that the control module was built.
Key In Ignition: The scan tool displays Yes/No. The instrument panel module (IPM) monitors the ignition key alarm switch. A closed switch is displayed as Yes (key in ignition).
Left Rear Door Ajar Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DDM monitors the signal circuit of the left rear door ajar switch. A closed switch is displayed as OFF.
Lt Turning Signal Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The IPC monitors the left turn signal supply voltage circuit. A active turn signal toggles between On and Off.
Odometer (L47): The scan tool displays kilometers miles). The IPC determines the distance traveled based on the vehicle speed sensor signal and sends the information to the PCM via class 2.
On/Off Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DIC monitors the signal circuit of the On/Off switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Park Brake Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The IPC monitors the signal circuit of the park brake switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Park Lamp: The scan tool displays On/Off. The dash integration module (DIM) monitors the park lamp switch.
Passenger Door Ajar Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The state of the passenger door ajar switch.
PROM ID: The scan tool displays the 4 digit number that identifies the PROM of the module.
Reset Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DIC monitors the signal circuit of the RESET switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Right Rear Door Ajar Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DDM monitors the signal circuit of right rear ajar switch. A closed switch is displayed as Off.
Rt Turning Signal Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The IPC monitors the right turn signal supply voltage circuit. A active turn signal toggles between On and Off.
Select Down: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DIC monitors the signal circuit of the Select Down switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Select Right: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DIC monitors the signal circuit of the Select Right switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Serial Number: The scan tool displays the 4 digit serial number of the module.
Trip Odometer A/B Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The PG monitors the signal circuit of the trip odometer A/B switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Trip Reset Switch: The scan tool displays On/Off. The DIC monitors the signal circuit of the trip reset switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Vehicle Speed: The scan tool displays 0-255 km/h (0-155 mph). The IPC monitors the vehicle speed circuit from the PCM.
Vehicle Speed: The scan tool displays 0-255 km/h (0-155 mph). The PCM monitors the voltage at the signal circuit of the vehicle speed sensor. The voltage is proportional to vehicle speed.
Washer Fluid Level: The scan tool displays On/Off. The IPC monitors the signal circuit of the windshield washer fluid level switch. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Year Module Built: The scan tool displays the 4 digit number which corresponds to the year that the module was manufactured.
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