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Table 1: BCM Scan Tool Data List
Table 2: IPC Scan Tool Data List
Table 3: PCM Scan Tool Data List

The scan tool data list(s) contain all the instrument panel, gauges, and console related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The parameters in the list are arranged in alphabetical order. The data list column indicates the location of the parameter within the scan tool menu selections.

Use the scan tool data list(s) as directed by a diagnostic table or in order to supplement the diagnostic procedures. Begin all of the diagnostic procedures with the Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster , Diagnostic System Check - Driver Information Systems , or Diagnostic System Check - Audible Warnings .

Use the scan tool data list(s) only after the following is determined:

    • There is no published DTC procedure nor published symptom procedure for the customer concern.
    • The DTC or symptom procedure indicated by the diagnostic system check does not resolve the customer concern.

The typical data values are obtained from a properly operating vehicle under the conditions specified in the first row of the scan tool data list table. Comparison of the parameter values from the suspect vehicle with the typical data values may reveal the source of the customer concern.

BCM Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON/Engine OFF/High Beams Off/Doors Closed/Trunk Closed/Park Brake Unapplied

Door Ajar Switches

Inputs

Open/Closed

Closed

Electronics Battery Fd

Data

Volts

12.2 V (varies)

Hi Beam On Switch

Inputs

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Key In Ignition

Inputs

Active/Inactive

Active

Park Brake Switch

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Pass Door Jamb Switch

Inputs

Open/Closed

Closed

Security Lamp State

Security Data

On/Off/Flashing

Off

Trunk Lamp Switch

Inputs

Active/Inactive

Inactive

IPC Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON/Engine OFF/Seat Belt Buckled/High Beams Off/Park Brake Unapplied

ABS Warning Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Air Bag Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Brake Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Cluster State

Module Information

Programmed/Not Programmed

Programmed

Cruise Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

English/Metric State

Module Information

English Units/Metric

varies

Hi Beam Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Hi Res. Speed Failed

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Ignition 1

Inputs

On/Off

On

Left Turn Signal

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Low Brake Fluid

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Low Brake Fluid Report

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Low Coolant Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Low Fuel Indicator Off

Data

Percent

23%

Low Fuel Indicator On

Data

Percent

13%

Low Fuel Indicator Timer

Data

Counts

30

Low Res. Speed Failed

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Low Washer Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Odometer Msg. Failed

Inputs

On/Off

Off

PROM ID

Module Information

--

varies

Right Turn Signal

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Seat Belt Status

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Traction Off Lamp

Inputs

On/Off

Off

Trip Reset Switch

Inputs

On/Off

Off

8 Digit GM Part Number

Module Information

--

varies

PCM Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Engine Idling/Normal Operating Temperature

ECT

Engine 1

Engine 2 (3.8L)

EVAP

Celsius (Fahrenheit)

85-105°C (185-220°F)

Engine Oil Level

IPC (3.4L)

Engine 2 (3.8L)

Ok/Low

Ok

Engine Oil Life

IPC (3.4L)

Engine 2 (3.8L)

Percent

0-100%

(varies)

Engine Oil Pressure

IPC (3.4L)

Engine 2 (3.8L)

Ok/Low

Ok

Engine Speed

Engine 1

Engine 2 (3.8L)

RPM

±100 RPM from Desired Idle Speed

Fuel Level

EVAP

IPC (3.4L)

Percent

0-100%

(varies)

Vehicle Speed

Engine 1

Engine 2 (3.8L)

Miles per hour (Kilometers per hour)

0 mph (0 km/h)