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For 1990-2009 cars only
Table 1: Data
Table 2: Inputs
Table 3: Outputs

Refer to the data tables when one of the following conditions exist:

    • The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) System Check is complete.
    • The on board diagnostics are operating correctly.
    • No diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are displayed.

The typical scan tools data values are an average of the displayed values recorded from normally operating vehicles. The typical scan tools data values represent the displayed values of a normally functioning system with certain preliminary settings. The values received may vary slightly due to a low battery charge or other reasons. The values should be very close.

Use only the parameters listed in the tables for diagnosis. If a scan tool reads other parameters the values are not recommended for use in diagnosis. Refer to the applicable DTC table for more information on the following items:

    •  Scan tool typical data values
    • The use of a scan tool in order to diagnose the IPC

If all of the values are within the specified range, refer to the Instrument Cluster System Check.

Typical Scan Tool Data Display

Set the following preliminary settings in order to achieve the same typical data values listed in the table:

    • The parking brake is set with the ignition in the OFF position (DRL and AHL Disabled).
    • The ignition is in the RUN position.
    • The engine is running.
    • The upper radiator hose is hot.
    • The loop is closed.
    • The automatic transmission is in the PARK position.
    • The manual transmission is in the NEUTRAL position.
    • The air conditioning is OFF.

Data

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop

Vehicle Speed

--

Miles Per Hour (MPH)

0 MPH

Engine Speed

--

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

500-700 RPM (Varies with the vehicle)

Monitored Coolant Temperature

--

Degrees Fahrenheit (°F)

190°F (Fluctuates range 180-200°F)

87°C (Fluctuates range 82-93°C)

Displayed Coolant Temperature

--

Degrees Fahrenheit (°C)

190°F (87°C)

Monitored Fuel Level

--

Percentage (%)

0-100% (Varies with the fuel tank level)

Displayed Fuel Level

--

Percentage (%)

0-100% (Varies with the fuel tank level)

Displayed Odometer Mile

--

Miles

XXX,XXX Miles (Varies with the mileage of the vehicle)

Displayed Trip Odometer

--

Miles

XXX,XXX Miles (Varies with the mileage of the vehicle

Battery Voltage

--

Volts

12.0 - 14.7 Volts (varies with the vehicle)

Inputs

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop

PRNDL State

--

Park/Reverse/Neutral/Drive/Third/Second/First/Invalid

Park

Dimming

--

Active/Inactive

Active (when the park lamps are ON)

Park Switch

--

Open/Closed

Closed

Trip Reset Switch

--

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Important: The output table does not list all of the IPC LEDs. The IPC LEDs not listed are controlled by a different device. Refer to the applicable device when diagnosing IPC LEDs not shown in the table below.

Outputs

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop

Check Gauges Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

Low Fuel Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

Service 4WD

--

ON/OFF

OFF

Overspeed Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

ABS Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

Brake Lamp

--

ON/OFF

ON

Fasten Seat Belts

--

ON/OFF

ON

Security Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

Rear Gate/Door

--

OPEN/CLOSED

CLOSED

Upshift Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

High Beam Lamp

--

ON/OFF

OFF

Battery

--

ON/OFF

OFF