GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Important: Before clearing any DTCs, use the scan tool Capture Info to save freeze frame and failure records for reference, as the Scan tool loses data when using the Clear Info function.

Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

Are there any other DTCs set (all other DTCs must be diagnosed before proceeding on)?

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Go to the appropriate DTC

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the PCM.

Important: The new PCM must be programmed. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming .

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 4

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4

  1. Using the Scan tool, clear the DTCs.
  2. Start engine and idle at normal operating temperature.
  3. Select DTC, Specific, then enter the DTC number which was set.
  4. Operate the vehicle, with the Conditions for Setting this DTC, until the Scan Tool indicates the diagnostic Ran.

Does the Scan Tool indicate the diagnostic Passed?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 2

5

Does the Scan tool display any additional undiagnosed DTCs?

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Go to the Applicable DTC Table

System OK