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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 77 (INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM DISPLAYS, GAUGES AND CONSOLE)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSCAN TOOL OUTPUT CONTROLS
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Scan Tool Output Controls
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Scan Tool Output Controls
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Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Scan Tool Output Controls (DIC Present/No DIC Present)
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selections | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Special Functions | DIC All Segment Test | All segments of the driver information center (DIC) illuminates when ON is selected from the scan tool. |
| Special Functions | Display(s) Test | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) illuminates the indicators when commanded ON from the scan tool. The IPC |
| Special Functions | Coolant Gage Sweep Test | The scan tool commands the IPC to sweep the coolant gage between minimum and maximum when selected. |
| Special Functions | Fuel Gage Sweep Test | The scan tool commands the IPC to sweep the fuel gage between minimum and maximum when selected. |
| Special Functions | Speedometer Gauge Sweep Test | The scan tool commands the IPC to sweep the speedometer gage between minimum and maximum when selected. |
| Special Functions | Tachometer Gage Sweep Test | The scan tool commands the IPC to sweep the tachometer gage between minimum and maximum when selected. |
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) 3.8L Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selections | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MIL | Engine Output Controls/ Dash Lamps | The PCM illuminates the MIL when selected. |
Engine Control Module (ECM) 3.6L (LY7) Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selections | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MIL | Engine Output Controls/ Dash Lamps | The ECM illuminates the MIL when selected. |
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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.