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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 17 (ENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES - 4.3L)ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECKNOTES
1998 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M

On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check: Notes

1998 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 GMC Savana, 1997 Chevrolet Chevy Van, and 1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Use of Tech 1 scan tool is required to perform ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK  .

The OBD System Check determines:

  • If Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) works.
  • If PCM/VCM is operating and can recognize a fault.
  • If any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are stored.

After performing procedures in PRELIMINARY INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENTS, BASIC FUEL SYSTEM CHECKS  and BASIC IGNITION SYSTEM CHECKS, this is the starting point for utilizing the self-diagnostic system for determining computer-related problems. After performing necessary tests as described in the OBD system circuit check, if no codes are indicated and driveability problems still exist, see the TESTS W/O CODES article and SCAN TOOL usage in the TESTS W/CODES article.

  1. Turn ignition on with engine off. Observe Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). If MIL illuminates, go to next step. If MIL does not illuminate, go to MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL)  .
  2. Turn ignition off. Install Tech 1 scan tool and follow scan tool manufacturer's instructions to proceed with test. Turn ignition on. If scan tool displays VCM data, go to next step. If scan tool does not display VCM data, go to DLC DIAGNOSIS OR NO SCAN TOOL DATA  .
  3. Using scan tool, command MIL to turn off. If MIL turns off, go to next step. If MIL does not turn off, go to MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL)  .
  4. Using scan tool, observe DTC status for MIL REQUEST, FAIL THIS IGN, LAST TST FAIL and HISTORY. If any DTC is stored, save freeze frame and fail record information using scan tool CAPTURE INFO feature. If any of these DTC status are present, refer to affected DTC to diagnose problem. If DTC(s) are not present, go to next step.
  5. Crank engine for 10 seconds. If engine starts, go to next step. If engine does not start, go to NO-START DIAGNOSIS  .
  6. Compare scan tool engine data with actual control system data values. If value is within limits, go to the TESTS W/O CODES article. If value is not within limits, go to the SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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