Diagnostic Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2002 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform diagnostic system check - engine controls. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. After performing diagnostic system check - engine controls, go to next step.
- Is DTC P0560 set? If yes, diagnose engine electrical system. See appropriate GENERATORS & REGULATORS article in STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS. If no, go to next step.
- With a scan tool select the Output Driver Data list. Observe the parameters on the scan tool. Do any parameters indicate a fault present? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step 5.
- Test for a short to voltage on the circuit to the component that indicated a fault. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step 6. If no, go to next step.
- Replace PCM. Perform PCM relearn procedure. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE under PROGRAMMING. After replacing PCM, go to next step.
- Use scan tool to clear DTCs. Turn ignition off for 30 seconds. Start engine. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. See CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING DTC . Does the DTC run and pass? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step 2.
- Using scan tool, observe stored information and Capture Info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS . If no, system is okay.