Conditions for Clearing the DTC

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Conditions for Clearing the DTC
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A current DTC clears following the successful completion of the Setup New VCIM procedure via the scan tool.

DTC B1001

Step Action Yes No
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2Β  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2
  1. Reconfigure the system using the Setup new vehicle communication interface module (VCIM) function on the scan tool. Refer to OnStar ReconfigurationΒ .
  2. Cycle the ignition.
Does the DTC reset?
Go to Step 3Β  Go to Step 4Β 
3 Replace the VCIM. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement (Cadillac)Β  or Communication Interface Module Replacement (Except Cadillac)Β .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 4Β  -
4
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset?
Go to Step 2Β  System OK
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