DTC P0560: : Testing

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Did you perform the DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE ELECTRICAL? If so, go to next step. If not, go to DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE ELECTRICALΒ .
  2. Install a scan tool. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. With a scan tool, observe the IGNITION 1 SIGNAL parameter in the PCM data list. Does the scan tool indicate that the Ignition 1 Signal parameter is greater than the specified range of 11.0V? If so, go to step Β 6. If not, go to next step.
  3. Using a scan tool compare the BATTERY VOLTAGE parameter in the DIM data list with the IGNITION 1 SIGNAL parameter in the PCM data list. Are the DIM Battery Voltage and PCM Ignition 1 readings different by more than the value specified of 0.5V? If so, go to next step. If not, go to TEST A: CHARGING SYSTEM TEST in GENERATORS & REGULATORS article in ELECTRICAL.
  4. Test the battery positive voltage circuit of the PCM for a high resistance. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step Β 7. If not, go to next step.
  5. Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step Β 7. If not, go to next step.
  6. Replace the PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE in REMOVAL, OVERHAUL & INSTALLATION article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. After replacement is complete, go to next step.
  7. Review and record the scan tool Fail Records data. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTC. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text. See CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING THE DTCΒ . Using the scan tool, observe the SPECIFIC DTC INFORMATION for DTC P0560 until the test runs. Does the scan tool indicate that DTC P0560 failed this ignition? If so, go to step Β 2. If not, then system is okay.
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