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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 428 (HYBRID/EV CONTROL SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC P16F2CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C
Conditions for Setting the DTC
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Conditions for Setting the DTC
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Condition 1
- No internal mode switch direction switch DTCs are set.
- A valid internal mode switch direction indicated by the internal mode switch does not match the direction indicated by the hybrid powertrain control module software.
Condition 2
- No internal mode switch direction switch DTCs are set.
- Two valid internal mode switch directions are indicated at the same time.
Condition 3
- One internal mode switch direction switch circuit has failed.
- The hybrid powertrain control module calculates a transmission direction based upon the remaining internal mode switch circuits but it does not match the direction indicated by the hybrid powertrain control module software.
Condition 4
- Multiple internal mode switch directions and one internal mode switch direction switch circuit has failed.
- Based upon the remaining internal mode switch circuits the hybrid powertrain control module calculated two directions at the same time.
Condition 5
- More than one internal mode switch direction circuit has failed and the hybrid powertrain control module cannot calculate a transmission direction.
- Ignition voltage is 9.5-18 V.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.