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The Scan Tool Data List contains all engine related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The list is arranged in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists, and in some cases may appear more than once, or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters together.

Use the Scan Tool Data List only after the following is determined:

    • Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check is completed.
    • No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
    • On-Board diagnostics are functioning properly.

Scan tool values from a properly running engine may be used for comparison with the engine you are diagnosing. The Scan Tool Data List represents values that would be seen on a normally running engine.

Important: A scan tool that displays faulty data should not be used. The scan tool concern should be reported to the manufacturer. Use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.

Only the parameters listed below are referenced in this service manual for use in diagnosis. If all values are within the typical range described below, refer to Symptoms for diagnosis.

The column labeled Data List indicates where a parameter can be located on the scan tool. Refer to the scan tool operating manual for the exact locations of the data lists. The following is a description of each term listed:

Engine Data1: Engine Data 1 List

Engine Data 2: Engine Data 2 List

EGR Data: Exhaust Recirculation Valve Data

Misfire Data: Cylinder Misfire Data

ODD Data: Output Driver Data

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop/Accessories Off/Brake Pedal Released

3X Crank Sensor

Eng 2

RPM

Varies

24X Crank Sensor

Eng 2

RPM

Varies

A/C High Side Pressure Sensor

Eng 2

Volts/PSI

Varies

A/C Off For WOT

Eng 2

Yes/No

No

A/C Pressure Disable

Eng 2

Yes/No

No

A/C Relay Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Fault/Invalid State

OK

A/C Relay Command

Eng 1, Eng 2, Misfire,EGR

On/Off

Off

A/C Request Signal

Eng 2

Yes/No

No

Air Fuel Ratio

Eng 2

Ratio

14.2:1-14.7:1

BARO

Eng 1, EGR

kPa/Volts

65-110 kPa/3.5-4.5 Volts

CMP Sensor Signal Present

Eng 2

Yes/No

Yes

Current Gear

Eng 1, Eng 2 , EGR

Transmission Gear Position

Park(1)

Cycles Of Misfire Data

Misfire

Counts

0-99

Cyllinder 1-6 Injector Circuit History

ODD

OK/Stuck Low (open)/Stuck High/Fault

OK

Cylinder 1-6 Injector Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Stuck Low (open)/Stuck High

OK

Decel Fuel Cutoff

EGR

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Desired EGR Position

Eng 1, EGR, Misfire

Percent

0

Desired Idle Speed

Eng 1, Eng 2

RPM

PCM Controlled (varies)

Driver Module 1 Status

ODD

Enabled/Off-High Volts/Off High Temp/Invalid State

Enabled

Driver Module 2 Status

ODD

Enabled/Off-High Volts/Off High Temp/Invalid State

Enabled

Driver Module 3 Status

ODD

Enabled/Off-High Volts/Off High Temp/Invalid State

Enabled

Driver Module 4 Status

ODD

Enabled/Off-High Volts/Off High Temp/Invalid State

Enabled

ECT Sensor

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

°C/°F

Varies

EGR Flow Test Count

EGR

Counts

0-10

EGR Learned Minimum Position

EGR

Volts

0.14-1.0

EGR Position Sensor

Eng 1, EGR, Misfire

Percent / Volts

0 / 0.14-1.0

EGR Position Variance

EGR

Percent

0-100

EGR Solenoid command

EGR

Percent

0-100

Engine Load

Eng 1, Eng 2, Misfire, EGR

Percent

2-10

Engine Oil Level Switch

Eng 2

OK/Low

OK

Engine Oil Life Remaining

Eng 2

Percent

0-100

Engine Oil Pressure Switch

Eng 2

OK/Low/High

OK

Engine Run Time

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

Hr: Min: Sec

Varies

Engine Speed

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

RPM

Varies

EVAP Purge Solenoid Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Fault/Invalid State

OK

EVAP Purge Solenoid Command

Eng1

Percent

Low and Varying

FC Relay 1 Command

Eng 2

On/Off

Off

FC Relay 2 and 3 Command

Eng 2

On/Off

Off

FC Relay 1Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Fault/Invalid State

OK

FC Relay 2 and 3 Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Fault/Invalid State

OK

Fuel Pump Relay Circuit History Status

ODD

OK/Stuck Low (open)/Stuck High/Fault

OK

Fuel Pump Relay Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Stuck Low (open)/Stuck High/Fault

OK

Fuel Pump Relay Command

Eng 1

On/Off

On

Fuel Trim Cell

Eng 1

1,2,3,4

1

Fuel Trim Learn

Eng 1

Enabled/Disabled

Enabled

Generator L Terminal Signal Command

Eng 2

On/Off

On

HO2S 1

Eng 1

millivolts

0-1000 and Varying

IAC Position

Eng 1, EGR

Counts

Varies

IAT Sensor

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR

°C/°F

Varies

Ignition 1 Signal

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR

Volts

Varies

Ignition Mode

Eng 2

IC/Bypass

IC

Injector PWM

Eng 2, Misfire

milliseconds

Varies (1.5-3.5)

Knock Retard

Eng 1, EGR

Degrees

0

Long Term FT

Eng 1, Eng 2

Percent

0-10

Loop Status

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR

Open/Closed

Closed

MAF Sensor

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

Grams per Second

MAF Sensor

Eng 1

Hz

1200-3000 (depends on altitude and engine load)

MAP Sensor

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

kPa/Volts

20-48 kPa/0.75-2 Volts (depends on altitude)

MIL Command

Eng 2

On/Off

Off

MIL Circuit status

ODD

OK/Fault/Invalid State

OK

Misfire Current Cyl. 1-6

Misfire

Counts

0

Misfire History Cyl. 1-6

Misfire

Counts

0

Number Of DTC's

Eng 1

Varies

0

PCM Reset

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, ODD

Pass/Fail

Pass

Power Enrichment

Eng 2, Misfire

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Short Term FT

Eng 1, Eng 2

Percent

0-10

Spark

Eng 1, Eng 2, Misfire

Degrees

20 (varies)

Start Up ECT

Eng 2

°C/°F

Varies

Start Up IAT

Eng 2

°C/°F

Varies

Starter Enable Relay Circuit Status

ODD

OK/Fault

OK

Starter Relay Command

Eng 2

On/Off

Off

TCC Brake Pedal Switch

Eng1,Eng 2

Applied/Released

Released

TCC PWM Solenoid Command

Eng 2

On/Off

Off

TP Sensor

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

Percent/Volts

0%/0.20-0.74

Vehicle Speed Sensor

Eng 1, Eng 2, EGR, Misfire

MPH/Km/h

0

VTD Fuel Disable

Eng 1

Active/Inactive

Inactive