- Powertrain/On-Board Diagnostic System Check

Powertrain OBD System Check:

MIL, Instrument Panel, And DLC Circuits:

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION

The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic System Check must be the starting point for any driveability complaint diagnosis. Before using this procedure, you should perform a careful visual/physical check of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and engine grounds for being clean and tight. The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic System Check is an organized approach to identifying a problem created by an electronic engine control system malfunction.


DIAGNOSTIC AIDS

An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation or a wire broken inside the insulation. Check for poor connections or a damaged harness. Inspect the PCM harness and connectors for improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, poor terminal to wire connection, and damaged harness.


TEST DESCRIPTION

Number(s) below refer to the Step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table:

1. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) should be ON steady with the key ON/engine OFF. If not, the No Malfunction Indicator Lamp table should be used to isolate the malfunction. No Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

2. This test ensures that the PCM is capable transmitting Class 2 serial data to the DLC and that the Class 2 data circuit is not open or shorted. If a problem is encountered and a faulty scan tool is suspected, try the scan tool on another vehicle to verify operation. If a DLC problem exists, the DLC Diagnosis table should be used to diagn9se the condition. Data Link Connector Diagnosis

3. If the engine will not start, the Engine Cranks But Will Not Run table should be used to diagnose the condition. Engine Cranks, But Will Not Run

4. The scan tool may display transmission DTC(s). Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code Description for a complete list of DTC(s) supported by this vehicle application. Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions
If multiple DTCs are stored, diagnose each DTC according the the following priority:

^ PCM Error DTCs (P0601, P0602).

^ System Voltage (P0560).

^ Component Level DTCs (Switches, sensor range performance, sensor high voltage, sensor low voltage, Output Driver Module (ODM)s, etc).

^ System level DTCs (Fuel trim, Misfire, Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) flow, TWC System, Idle Control System, Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Response or HO2S Transition Time Ratio).

5. A scan tool parameter which is not within the typical range may help to isolate the area which is causing the problem.