Circuit/System Description

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Circuit/System Description
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This diagnostic applies to internal microprocessor integrity conditions within the engine control module (ECM). The hybrid powertrain control module is internal to the drive motor generator power inverter module, and is not serviced separately. The hybrid powertrain control module sends an engine torque requested message to the ECM over the serial data circuits. The ECM monitors the data to verify the indicated engine torque requested calculation is correct. The ECM processor monitors the data to verify that the engine torque command is correct.

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