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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2005LESABRE LIMITED, 4T65E/M15REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)HVAC CONTROL SYSTEMSHVAC SYSTEM - AUTOMATICDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSCAN TOOL OUTPUT CONTROLS
2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15
Scan Tool Output Controls
2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15SECTION Scan Tool Output Controls
DIM Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic/Manual HVAC Options | Set Options | The scan tool displays: Manual HVAC, Automatic HVAC w Dual Zone, and Automatic HVAC w/o Dual Zone. This selection allows you to change the control panel type in the IPM. |
IPC Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Display(s) Test | Output Control | The scan tool displays Commanded State: None, Off or On. When you select On, all segments of the HVAC Control Module, IPC, and radio should illuminate for 5 seconds, and all gauges should sweep through their full range of motion. When you select Off, all segments of the HVAC Control Module, IPC, and radio should be blank, and all gauges should be at zero for 5 seconds. |
IPM Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Afterblow | Set Options | Allows the blower motor to run after the ignition is turned OFF. |
| Air Inlet Door Position | HVAC Motors | The scan tool displays Outside or Recirc. selections. This function drives the actuator to its minimum (outside air) or maximum (recirculate) stops for 20 seconds. |
| Blower Motor | Miscellaneous Test | The scan tool displays Off or On selections. This function allows you to command the blower motor to its maximum (100%) or minimum (0%) speeds for 5 seconds. |
| Display(s) Test | Miscellaneous Test | The scan tool displays Off or On selections. When you select On, all segments of the HVAC Control Module, IPC, and radio should illuminate for 5 seconds, and all gauges should sweep through their full range of motion. When you select Off, all segments of the HVAC Control Module, IPC, and radio should be blank, and all gauges should be at zero for 5 seconds. |
| Htr./Def./A/C Door Position | HVAC Motors | The scan tool displays A/C or Defrost selections. This function drives the actuator to its minimum (defrost) or maximum (A/C) positions for 20 seconds. |
| Instant OAT Update | Miscellaneous Test | The scan tool displays: Commanded State: None or On. This function updates the IPM outside air temperature input to the current raw value. |
| IPM Recalibration | Miscellaneous Test | The scan tool displays: Commanded State: None or On. Selecting ON will update the IPM with the latest software calibration. |
| Left Temp Door Position | HVAC Motors | The scan tool displays Hot or Cold selections. The selection drives the actuator to its minimum (cold) or maximum (hot) positions for 20 seconds. |
| Recalibrate All Motors | Miscellaneous Test | The scan tool displays Commanded State: None or On. This functions commands all actuators to their fully opened and fully closed positions, and relearns these end points. |
| Relearn Control Panel Type | Miscellaneous Test | The scan tool displays Commanded State: None or On. This function allows the IPM to relearn the HVAC Control Module type. |
| Right Temp Door Position | HVAC Motors | The scan tool displays Hot or Cold selections. The selection drives the actuator to its minimum (hot) or maximum (cold) positions for 20 seconds. |
PCM Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A/C Relay | Engine Output Controls | The scan tool displays On or Off selections. This command allows you to turn the A/C relay On or Off. When the A/C relay is commanded On, the A/C compressor clutch should be engaged. |
Radio Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Display(s) Test | Output Control | The scan tool displays Commanded State: None, Off or On. When you select On, all segments of the HVAC Control Module, IPC, and radio should illuminate for 5 seconds, and all gauges should sweep through their full range of motion. When you select Off, all segments of the HVAC Control Module, IPC, and radio should be blank, and all gauges should be at zero for 5 seconds. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.