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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 984 (POWER OUTLETS)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - POWER OUTLETSTEST DESCRIPTION
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Test Description

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 4:  Lack of communication may be due to a partial malfunction of the class 2 serial data circuit or due to a total malfunction of the class 2 serial data circuit. The specified procedure will determine the particular condition.
  2. 5:  The symptom list in Symptoms will determine the correct diagnostic procedure to use.
  3. 6:  The presence of DTCs which begin with "U" indicate some other module is not communicating. The specified procedure will compile all the available information before tests are performed.
Diagnostic System Check - Power Outlets

Step Action Yes No
1 Did you perform the Battery Inspection/Test? Go to Step 2  Go to Battery Inspection/Test (Non-HP2)Battery Inspection/Test (HP2)
2 Install a scan tool.
Does the scan tool power up?		 Go to Step 4  Go to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up in Data Link Communications
3
IMPORTANT: The engine may start during the following step. Turn OFF the engine as soon as you have observed the Crank power mode.
  1. Access the Class 2 Power Mode in the Diagnostic Circuit Check on the scan tool.
  2. Rotate the ignition switch through all positions while observing the Class 2 Power Mode on the Scan Tool. Refer to the Serial Data Power Mode table within theBody Control System Description and Operation in Body Control System for a list of the power mode states that correspond to each ignition switch position.
Does the Class 2 Power Mode parameter reading match the ignition switch position for all the selected positions?		 Go to Step 4  Go to Power Mode Mismatch in Body Control System
4 
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Attempt to communicate with each module on the class 2 serial data circuit:
    • The body control module (BCM)
    • The driver information center (DIC)
    • The instrument panel cluster (IPC)
    • The powertrain control module (PCM)
Does the scan tool communicate with any module on the class 2 serial data circuit?		 Go to Step 5  Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device in Data Link Communications
5 
  1. Select the Display DTCs function for each module. If using a Tech 2, use the Class 2 DTC Check feature in order to determine which modules have DTCs set.
  2. Record all of the displayed DTCs the DTC status and the module which set the DTC.
Does the scan tool display any DTCs?		 Go to Step 6  Go to Symptoms - Engine Electrical
6  Does the scan tool display any DTC beginning with "U"? Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Data Link Communications Go to Step 7 
7 Does the scan tool display any DTC beginning with "B"? Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Body Control Systems Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List
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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.