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Instrument Cluster Scan Tool Information
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Instrument Cluster Scan Tool Information
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Instrument Panel Cluster Scan Tool Data Parameters
| Parameter | System State | Expected Value | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Conditions: Ignition ON | |||
| Battery Voltage | - | Varies | This displays volts. This is the voltage input supplied to the instrument panel cluster. |
| Brake Fluid | - | OK | The scan tool displays OK or Low. This is the state of the brake fluid level. |
| Brake Fluid Switch | - | Varies | This displays volts. This is the voltage status of the brake fluid switch. |
| DIC Fuel Info. | - | Inactive | The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. This is the state of the DIC Fuel Info. switch. |
| DIC Information Switch | - | Inactive | The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. This is the state of the DIC Information switch. |
| DIC Personalization | - | Off | The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. This is the state of the DIC Personalization switch. |
| Ignition 1 Input | - | Active | The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. This is the state of the Ignition 1 input to the instrument panel cluster. |
| Ignition Cycle Counter | - | Varies | The scan tool displays counts. This is the number of times the ignition has been cycled from the OFF to ON position. |
| Odo/Trip Switch | - | Inactive | The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. This is the state of the odometer/trip switch. |
| Passenger Seatbelt Indicator Commanded | - | Off | This displays On or Off. This is the commanded state of the passenger seatbelt indicator. |
| Passenger Seatbelt Indicator Status | - | Off | This displays On or Off. This is the state of the passenger seatbelt indicator. |
| Set/Reset Switch | - | Inactive | The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. This is the state of the set/reset switch. |
| Washer Fluid Level | - | OK | The scan tool displays OK or Low. This is the state of the washer fluid level. |
Instrument Panel Cluster Scan Tool Output Controls
| Scan Tool Output Control | Description |
|---|---|
| Dimming | The IPC dims from 0-100 percent when you select INCREASE or DECREASE by 20 percent increments. |
| Display Test | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) illuminates all of the display segments when you select On. |
| IPC Gauge Sweep Test | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) sweeps all gauges when you select On. |
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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.