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Use the scan tool data listed in this table for comparison after the On-Board Diagnostic system check and finding the on-board diagnostics function properly with no diagnostic codes displayed.

The Typical Scan Tool Data Values are an average of display values recorded from normally operating vehicles. The Typical Scan Tool Data Values are intended to represent what a normally functioning system would display. The values you get may vary due to a low battery charge or other reasons. But they should be very close.

Do not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the problem to the manufacturer. The use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.

Use only the parameters listed in the tables for diagnosis. If a scan tool reads other parameters, the values are not recommended by General Motors for use in diagnosis. For more description on the values and the use of the scan tool diagnosis the ECM inputs, refer to the applicable diagnosis. If all values are within the range illustrated, refer to Symptoms - Engine Controls .

Engine Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Engine Idling/Lower Radiator Hose Hot/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Accessories Off

4WD Low Signal

Engine Data 1

Enabled/Disabled

Disabled

4WD Signal

Engine Data 1

Enabled/Disabled

Disabled

A/C Clutch Feedback Signal

Engine Data 1

Relay ON/OFF

Relay OFF

A/C Relay Command

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

Off

A/C Request Signal

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

A/C Sec. High Press. SW

Engine Data 1

Open/Closed

Closed

Actual Fuel Rail Pressure

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

MPa/PSI

37-40 MPa (5,200-5,800 PSI)

Alternator L Terminal

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

APP Indicated Angle

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

%

0.0

APP Sensor 1

Engine Data 1

Volts

  • 0.44-0.95 (Idle)
  • 0.75-1.25 (2,500 RPM)

APP Sensor 2

Engine Data 1

Volts

  • 3.9-4.5 (Idle)
  • 3.7-4.3 (2,500 RPM)

APP Sensor 3

Engine Data 1

Volts

  • 3.6-4.1 (Idle)
  • 3.5-4.0 (2,500 RPM)

Balancing Rate Cyl. 1-8

Engine Data 2

mm³

-4.0 to +4.0

BARO

Engine Data 1

kPa

65-104 (Varies with altitude)

Battery Voltage

Engine Data 1

Volts

12-14 (Accuracy +/- 0.4 Volts)

Boost Pressure Sensor

Engine Data 1

kPa/PSI

60-170 kPa (8-24 PSI) (All RPMs)

Calculated Fuel Rate

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

mm³

7-9

CAM Reference Signal Missed

Engine Data 1

Counts

0

Check Trans Lamp

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Clutch Pedal Switch

Engine Data 1

Applied/Released

Released

Cruise Control Active

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

Cruise ON/OFF Switch

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Cruise/Resume/Accel Switch

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Cruise Set/Coast Switch

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Desired FRP Regulator

Fuel System

mA

1,200-1,400

Desired Fuel Rail Pressure

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

MPa/PSI

37-40 MPa (5,200-5,800 PSI)

Desired Idle Speed

Engine Data 1

RPM

630-700

DTC Set This Ignition

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

ECT Sensor

Engine Data 1

Fuel System

°C/ °F

85°C-105°C /185°F-220°F (varies with temperature)

Engine Oil Level Switch

Engine Data 1

OK/Fault

OK

Engine Oil Life Remaining

Engine Data 1

%

Varies

Engine Run Time

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

Hrs/Mins/Sec

Varies with engine run time

Engine Speed

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

RPM

+/-100 RPM from desired

FRP Regulator Command

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

%

40-50

FRP Regulator Command

Fuel System

mA

Varies

FRP Regulator Relay

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

ON

FRP Regulator Fuel Flow

Fuel System

mm³

Varies

Front Axle Switch

Engine Data 1

Lock/Unlock

Unlock

Fuel Level Sensor

Fuel System

%

Varies

Fuel Temperature Sensor

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

°C/°F

10°C-90°C/50°F-194°F

Glow Plug Feed Back Signal

Engine Data 1

Volts

0.0-0.2

Glow Plug Relay

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Glow Plug System Type

Engine Data 1

Federal/ California

Varies

IAT Sensor

Engine Data 1

°C/°F

10°C-90°C/50°F-194°F (temperatures may increase under heavy engine loads)

Ignition 1 Signal

Engine Data 1

Volts

12-14 (accuracy +/-0.4 volts)

Injector 1-8 Command

Engine Data 2

ms

0.3-0.5

Intake Air Heater Feedback Signal

Engine Data 1

Volts

0.0

Intake Air Heater

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Intake Air Heater Relay Command

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Low Coolant Level

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

MAF Sensor

Engine Data 1

Fuel System

g/s

45-50

Main Injection Command

Fuel System

microseconds

Varies

Main Injection Fuel Rate

Fuel System

mm³

6.5-8.5

Main Injection Timing

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Fuel System

degrees

Varies

MIL Command

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

PCM in VTD Fail Enable

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

PCM Reset

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

Pilot Injection Command

Fuel System

microseconds

Varies

Pilot Injection Fuel Rate

Fuel System

mm³

0.8-1.0

Pilot Injection Timing

Fuel System

degrees

Varies

PNP Switch

Engine Data 1

Applied/Released

Released

Reverse Enable

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

Start up ECT

Engine Data 1

°C/°F

Varies (ECT at time of engine startup)

Stop Lamp Pedal Switch

Engine Data 1

Applied/Released

Released

TCC/Cruise Brake Pedal Switch

Engine Data 1

Open/Closed

Closed

Vehicle Speed Sensor

Engine Data 1

Fuel System

mph/km/h

0

VTD Auto Learn Timer

Engine Data 1

Active/Inactive

Inactive

VTD Fuel Disable

Engine Data 1

Active/Inactive

Inactive

VTD Fuel Disable Until Ign. Off

Engine Data 1

Yes/No

No

Wait To Start

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF

Water In Fuel

Engine Data 1

ON/OFF

OFF