The Data Link Connector (DLC) connection is used as an access point for different vehicle diagnostic and programming functions, including those involving the use of a scan tool. Three different types of Serial Data Communications are accessible through the DLC.
UART
The UART Serial Data communication relies on a 5 volt digital signal for the exchange of data between different control modules and to provide scan tool diagnostic data. When the ignition switch is in the RUN position and the UART line is at rest, i.e. no communication taking place, the voltage remains HIGH at approximately 5 volts. When data is transmitted the voltage is pulled to ground, approximately 0 volts.
The Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System's Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) utilizes UART communications. The SDM uses UART serial data to allow communication with a scan tool for diagnostic purposes. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) stored by the SDM can be retrieved, viewed and cleared with the use a scan tool. A loss of UART communications would prevent the scan tool from communicating with the SDM during SIR system diagnosis.
Class 2
Modules on the Class 2 Data Line use State of Health communication messages to control and monitor other modules. Some control modules on the Class 2 communication system have the ability to recognize other modules that are no longer communicating. When this problem occurs, the module(s) that recognize the problem may store one or more DTC's identifying the failed module. From the beginning of a power mode, communications between modules continues every at least every 2 seconds. If the communication time between modules passes 5 seconds a State of Health DTC will set. The communication failure DTC's are identified by 5 digit alphanumeric codes, with the first character being a U. The remaining digits are numeric and refer to the specific system that has failed.
A failure of modules to communicate on the Class 2 data circuit could be anyone of the following faults:
| • | A faulty Class 2 data line, CKT 1807 (PPL) |
| • | A fault in the module's power circuit |
| • | A fault in module's ground circuits |
| • | A faulty control module |
Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (Remote Keyless Entry) Programming
The DLC provides a connection to the Remote Control door Lock Receiver to allow the programming of the receiver to recognize the specific Remote Control Door Lock Transmitters used. If the Remote Control Door Lock Receiver will not respond to programming input, refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Does Not Program in Keyless Entry.
