Circuit/System Description

2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Circuit/System Description
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The auxiliary power module (APM) current sensor is used for over current limitation (less than 150 A). The starter/generator control module (SGCM) monitors the current sensor to detect the failure of the APM current sensor circuit (performance monitor).

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