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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2011CTS V, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONOEM GENERAL INFORMATIONVEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION - SPECIFICATIONS - SCAN TOOL DATASPECIFICATIONSPEDESTRIAN IMPACT DETECTION MODULE SCAN TOOL INFORMATION
2011 Cadillac CTS V, 2D Coupe, Standard
Pedestrian Impact Detection Module Scan Tool Information
2011 Cadillac CTS V, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Pedestrian Impact Detection Module Scan Tool Information
Pedestrian Impact Detection Module Scan Tool Data Parameters
| Parameter | System State | Expected Value | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Conditions:Β Engine ON | |||
| Battery Voltage Signal | - | Varies | This displays volts. This is the current battery voltage signal. |
| Discriminating Sensor | - | Varies | The scan tool displays Equipped or Not Equipped. Equipped is displayed if the vehicle has a discriminating sensor. |
| Discriminating Sensor | - | Ready | The scan tool displays Ready or Not Ready. This is the state of the discriminating sensor. |
| Discriminating Sensor Force | - | Varies | This displays Counts. This is the discriminating sensor force measured in counts. |
| Discriminating Sensor Temp. | - | Varies | This displays Β°F (Β°C). This is the current discriminating sensor temperature. |
| Left Hood Hinge Actuator | - | Varies | The scan tool displays Equipped or Not Equipped. Equipped is displayed if the vehicle is displayed with a left hood hinge actuator. |
| PID System Deployed Message | - | Not Requested | The scan tool displays Requested or Not Requested. This is the state of the PID system deployed message. |
| PIDS System Disabled Message | - | Not Requested | The scan tool displays Requested or Not Requested. This is the state of the PID system deployed message. |
| Power Mode | - | Run | The scan tool displays Off, Accessory, Run or Crank Request. This is the state of the ignition switch. |
| Right Hood Hinge Actuator | - | Varies | The scan tool displays Equipped or Not Equipped. Equipped is displayed if the vehicle has a right hood hinge actuator. |
| Safing Sensor | - | Varies | The scan tool displays Equipped or Not Equipped. Equipped is displayed if the vehicle has a safing sensor. |
| Safing Sensor Accelerometer | - | 0 g | This displays g. |
| Safing Sensor Status | - | Ready | The scan tool displays Ready or Not Ready. This is the current status of the safing sensor. |
| Service PID System Message | - | Not Requested | The scan tool displays Requested or Not Requested. This is the state of the service PID system message. |
| Vehicle Speed | - | 0 km/h (0 mph) | This displays km/h (mph). This is the current vehicle speed. |
| Voltage Status | - | Normal | The scan tool displays Normal, Undervoltage or Overvoltage. This is the battery system status. |
Pedestrian Impact Detection Module Scan Tool Output Controls
| Output Control | Description |
|---|---|
| Data Recorder | This output control is used to enable or disable the diagnostic data recorder. |
| Setup New PIDM | This output control is used to setup a new pedestrian impact detection module (PIDM). |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.