Data Link Connector (DLC)

2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 4.8 CSECTION Data Link Connector (DLC)

The data link connector (DLC) is a standardized 16-cavity connector. Connector design and location is dictated by an industry wide standard, and provides the following:

  • Pin 1 GMLAN low speed communications terminal
  • Pin 4 Scan tool power ground terminal
  • Pin 5 Common signal ground terminal
  • Pin 6 High speed GMLAN serial data bus (+) terminal
  • Pin 14 High speed GMLAN serial data bus (-) terminal
  • Pin 16 Scan tool power, battery positive voltage terminal
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