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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 549 (CHARGING SYSTEM)ON-VEHICLE TESTINGENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECKDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Diagnostic Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Diagnostic Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform battery test and inspection. See BATTERY TESTING & INSPECTION under ON-VEHICLE TESTING. If battery passed test, go to next step. If battery did not pass test, replace battery.
- Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). Turn ignition switch to RUN position. If scan tool powers up, go to next step. If scan tool does not power up, diagnose communication system. See appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Attempt to communicate with the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). If scan tool communicates with PCM on the class 2 serial data circuit, go to next step. If scan tool does not communicate with modules, diagnose communication system. See appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
- Select DISPLAY DTCS function for the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Record all DTCs displayed and DTC status. If scan tool displayed DTCs, go to next step. If scan tool does not display DTCs, diagnose charging system by symptom. See SYMPTOM INDEX table under SYSTEM TESTS.
- If scan tool does not display DTCs that begin with "U", perform appropriate test in accordance with DTCs retrieved. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS tables. If scan tool displays DTCs that begin with "U", diagnose communication system. See appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
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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.