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Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.

  1. Lack of communication may be due to a partial malfunction of the class 2 serial data circuit or due to a total malfunction of the class 2 serial data circuit. The specified procedure will determine the particular condition.

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Install a scan tool.

Does the scan tool power up?

Go to Step 2

Go to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up in Data Link Communications

2

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Attempt to establish communication with the following Control Modules.
  3. • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
    • Instrument Cluster (IPC)
    • Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM)

Does the scan tool communicate with these modules?

Go to Step 3

Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device in Data Link Communications

3

Select the IPC display DTC function on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Instrument Cluster/Driver Information System in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console

Go to Step 4

4

Select the ABS/TCS display DTC function on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type in Antilock Brake System

Go to Step 5

5

Select the PCM display DTC function on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type in Engine Controls-4.6L

Go to Symptoms