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For 1990-2009 cars only
Table 1: PCM Scan Tool Data List (Except 6.5L)
Table 2: 6.5L PCM Scan Tool Data List

Use the Scan Tool Data Display Values and Definitions Information in order to assist in diagnosing the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) problems. Compare the vehicles actual scan tool data with the typical data display value table information. Use the data information in order to aid in understanding the nature of the problem when the vehicle does not match with the typical data display values.

The scan tool data values were taken from a known good vehicle under the following conditions:

    • The ignition switch is in the ON position.
    • The engine is running at idle.
    • The vehicle is in PARK.
    • The doors are closed.
    • The windows are closed.
    • The A/C is ON.
    • The ambient air temperatures are at 22-27°C (70-80°F).

PCM Scan Tool Data List (Except 6.5L)

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Engine idling, A/C ON, ambient air temperature between 22-27°C (70-80°F)

A/C Compressor Cycling Switch

Engine Data 2

Open/Closed

Closed

A/C Relay Command

EGR Data

Engine Data 1

Engine Data 2

Misfire Data

On/Off

On

A/C Request Signal

Engine Data 2

Yes/No

Yes/No

A/C Sec. High Pressure Switch

Engine Data 2

Open/Closed

Open

6.5L PCM Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Engine idling, A/C ON, ambient air temperature between 22-27°C (70-80°F)

A/C Compressor

Engine Data 1

Engaged/Disengaged

Engaged

A/C Relay

Engine Data 1

Enabled/Disabled

Enabled

A/C Request

Engine Data 1

On/Off

On

Calc. A/C Load

Engine Data 1

Counts

varies