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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 538 (POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMS)
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Section 538 (Power Door Lock System And Release Systems)
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Section 538 (Power Door Lock System And Release Systems)
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- Specifications
- Schematic Wiring Diagrams
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Code Index
- DTC B1023
- DTC B2494 (Manual Liftgate)
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Instructions
- DTC B2495
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Instructions
- DTC B3130 or B3135
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- DTC B3265
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- DTC B396F
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Symptoms - Vehicle Access
- Liftgate System Diagnosis
- Liftgate Angle Sensor Malfunction - DTC B153E
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Control Module - DTC B1019
- Liftgate Full Open Switch Malfunction - DTC B153B
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Handle Switch Malfunction - DTC B2494
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Interior Release Open/Close Switch Malfunction - DTC B396C or B396D
- Liftgate Latch Release/Cinch Malfunction - DTC B2495
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Latch Switches Malfunction - DTC B153A
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Object Sensor Malfunction - DTC B153F
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Motor Clutch Malfunction - DTC B396B
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Motor Power Open/Close Malfunction - DTC B396A
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Liftgate Release Malfunction (Manual Liftgate)
- Liftgate Ajar Indicator Malfunction (TB7)
- Liftgate/Liftgate Window Ajar Indicator Malfunction (Manual Liftgate)
- Liftgate/Liftgate Window Ajar Indicator Malfunction (Power Liftgate)
- Door Ajar Indicator Malfunction
- Power Door Lock Key Cylinder Switches Inoperative
- Power Door Locks Malfunction
- Power Liftgate Sags When Open or Slowly Closes
- Door Will Not Open/Close, Door Binding, or Locks, Handles, or Cylinders Do Not Function
- Repair Instructions
- Lock Cylinder Binding
- Door Lock Cylinder Replacement
- Liftgate Calibration
- Opening the Liftgate Without Electrical Power
- Endgate Handle Replacement
- Front Side Door Inside Handle Replacement
- Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement
- Front and Rear Side Door Outside Handle Rod Clip Replacement
- Liftgate Outside Handle Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)
- Liftgate Latch Replacement
- Rear Side Door Inside Handle Replacement
- Rear Side Door Outside Handle Replacement
- Endgate Latch Replacement
- Midgate Latch Replacement
- Pickup Box Endgate Latch Rod Replacement
- Front Side Door Lock Replacement
- Rear Side Door Lock Replacement
- Accessory and Liftgate Control Module Replacement
- Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Replacement
- Liftgate Close Actuator Bracket Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)
- Liftgate Actuator Rod Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)
- Liftgate Side Upper Sensor Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)
- Door Lock Striker Adjustment
- Door Striker Replacement
- Liftgate Actuator Switch Replacement
- Liftgate Release Switch Replacement (Except Avalanche and Escalade EXT)
- Door Lock and Side Window Switch Replacement - Driver Side
- Door Lock and Side Window Switch Replacement - Passenger Side
- Liftgate Actuator Rod Bracket Replacement (Except Avalanche and Escalade EXT)
- Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module Replacement (Except Avalanche and Escalade EXT)
- Description and Operation
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.