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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAVALIER BASE, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATIC, 4T40E/MN4REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 2.2L & 2.4LSELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMDLC DIAGNOSIS OR NO SCAN TOOL DATA
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic, 4T40E/MN4
DLC Diagnosis Or No Scan Tool Data
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic, 4T40E/MN4SECTION DLC Diagnosis Or No Scan Tool Data
- Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system check. See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK . After performing OBD system check, go to next step.
- Turn ignition on, with engine off. If MIL illuminates, go to next step. If MIL does not illuminate, go to MIL INOPERATIVE .
- Connect scan tool. If scan tool powers up, go to next step. If scan tool does not power up, go to step 6 .
- Using scan tool, attempt to communicate with Body Control Module (BCM) and Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). If scan tool communicates with both control modules, go to step 11 . If scan tool does not communicate with both control modules, go to next step.
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Turn ignition on, with engine off. Using scan tool, attempt to communicate with BCM and EBCM. If scan tool communicates with both control modules, go to step 13 . If scan tool does not communicate with both control modules, go to step 12 .
- Using a DVOM, measure voltage between ground and DLC battery feed circuit at DLC. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article. If voltage is about battery voltage, go to next step. If voltage is not as specified, go to step 8 .
- Using a DVOM, measure voltage between battery positive and both DLC ground circuits at DLC. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article. If voltage is about battery voltage at both circuits, go to step 9 . If voltage is not as specified, go to step 10 .
- Repair poor connection, open or short to ground in battery feed circuit. After repairs, go to step 17 .
- Check for open battery feed fuse and poor connections at DLC. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 17 . If no problem is found, go to step 14 .
- Repair open or poor connections in DLC ground circuits. After repairs, go to step 17 .
- Check class 2 serial data line for an open or poor connection between PCM and circuit splice. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 17 . If circuit is okay, go to step 13 .
- Check class 2 serial data line for an open, short to power, short to ground or poor connection between PCM and DLC. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 17 . If circuit is okay, go to step 14 .
- Turn ignition off. Replace PCM. Perform PCM relearn procedures. After repairs, go to step 16 .
- Install scan tool on another vehicle equipped with class 2 serial data and check for proper operation. If scan tool operates properly, go to appropriate TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES article. If scan tool does not operate properly, go to next step.
- Scan tool is malfunctioning. Refer to scan tool manufacturer's instructions. After repairs, go to step 17 .
- Ensure PCM and CKP relearn procedures were performed if PCM was replaced. Attempt to start engine. If engine starts and continues to run, go to next step. If engine does not start, or starts and then stalls, go to step 2 .
- Allow engine to reach normal operating temperature. Using scan tool, check for DTCs. If DTCs are present, diagnose DTCs. See DIAGNOSTIC TESTS. If DTCs are not present, system is okay.
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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.