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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

Start the engine.

Does the change engine oil indicator illuminate in the message center?

Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

3

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. With a scan tool, observe one of the following Engine Oil Life Remaining parameters:
  3. • Engine Oil Life Remaining in the engine control module (ECM) Engine Data 1 data list (LBZ, LLY, LMM, LF8, and LG4)
    • Engine Oil Life Remaining in the powertrain control module (PCM) Engine Data 2 data list (L18)

Does the Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter display 0 percent?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Reset the engine oil life. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting .

Does the change engine oil indicator turn off?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Replace the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2