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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)EXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 173 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM TESTING & ENGINE COMPONENT TESTING)COMPUTERIZED ENGINE CONTROLSPCM POWER & GROUND CHECKPOWER CIRCUITS
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Power Circuits
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Power Circuits
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- Using DVOM, check for battery voltage between PCM continuous power terminal(s) and ground. For connector terminal identification, see appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article. If battery voltage is not present, check for open fuse or fusible link. If fuse or fusible link is okay, check for open in circuit between PCM continuous power terminal and power source.
- Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Using DVOM, check for battery voltage between PCM ignition power terminals and ground. If battery voltage is not present, check IGN fuse. If fuse is okay, check for open in circuit between battery and ignition switch, and between ignition switch and PCM ignition power terminal. If circuits are okay, check for defective ignition switch.
- Connect DVOM between ground and PCM starter (crank) signal terminal. On vehicles with manual transmission/transaxle, depress clutch pedal. On vehicles with automatic transmission/transaxle, place gearshift lever in Park. On all vehicles, turn ignition switch to START position. Battery voltage should be present only when ignition switch is in START position.
- If voltage is not present, check CRANK fuse or fusible link between ignition switch and PCM starter (crank) signal terminal. If fuse or fusible link is okay, check for open in circuit between ignition switch and PCM starter (crank) signal terminal, or check for defective ignition switch.
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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.