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Begin the system diagnosis with Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls - LV6. The Diagnostic System Check provides the following information:

    • The identification of the control module which commands the system
    • The ability of the control module to communicate through the serial data circuit
    • The identification and status of stored diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

The use of Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls - LV6 identifies the correct procedure for diagnosing the system and where the procedure is located.

Symptoms

When it has been determined through Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls - LV6 that no DTCs are present. If it is determined that a malfunction exists, identify the concern by referring to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check - Automatic Transmission table. The Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check - Automatic Transmission table provides common diagnostic categories which relate directly to diagnostic information or procedures.