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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Action

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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

1

Did you perform the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2

  1. Start the engine.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter in the PCM Engine Data  2 data list.

Does the Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter display less than the specified value?

11%

Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

3

  1. Reset the engine oil life. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting in Maintenance and Lubrication.
  2. With a scan tool, observe the Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter.

Does the Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter display the specified value?

100%

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Press the DIC RESET switch.
  2. With a scan tool, observe the Reset Switch parameter in the IPC inputs list.

Does the Reset Switch parameter display On?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Driver Information Center (DIC) Switch Inoperative

5

Important: Program the replacement PCM.

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2