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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAB & CHASSIS SILVERADO 2D PICKUP, 8.1 G, 4WD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 10 (ENGINE CONTROLS - 6.5L (L65) (INTRODUCTION))DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONPOWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) DESCRIPTIONDIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK-ENGINE CONTROLS
2001 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado 2D Pickup, 8.1 G, 4WD, Automatic

Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls

2001 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado 2D Pickup, 8.1 G, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 GMC C3500 HD and 2001 Chevrolet C3500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls is an organized approach to identify a problem caused by an electronic engine control system malfunction. The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls must be the starting point for any driveability complaint diagnosis. The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls directs the technician to the next logical step in diagnosing the complaint.

Use the Engine Scan Tool Data Definitions list for a comparison after fulfilling the following items:

  • Completes the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls
  • The on-board diagnostics are functioning properly
  • Displays no diagnostic trouble codes

The Engine Scan Tool Definitions are an average of display values recorded from normal operating vehicles. The Definitions intend to represent what a normal functioning system should display.

IMPORTANT: Do not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the problem to the manufacturer. Using a malfunctioning scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.
Use only the parameters listed in the Engine Scan Tool Definitions for diagnosis. When a scan tool reads other parameters, General Motors recommends not using the values for use in diagnosis.
For more description on the values and the use of the scan tool to diagnose the PCM inputs, refer to the applicable diagnostic file.
When all the values are within the range illustrated in the Engine Scan Tool Data Definitions, refer to Symptoms - Engine Controls .
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