GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Observe the ECT parameter in the powertrain control module (PCM) ENGINE DATA 1 data display.

Does the scan tool indicate that the ECT parameter is the same as the engine coolant temperature gauge?

Go to A Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check -2.4L or A Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check -3.4L in Engine Controls

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the instrument cluster (IPC). Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 4

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4

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2