Circuit/System Testing

2010 Chevrolet Aveo LT, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: The vehicle may be equipped with sectioned coax. Test each section and replace only the faulty section, not the entire length of coax.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the GPS and cellular coax cable connector at the VCIM.
  2. Using the EL-49903-5 adapter with EL-49903-4 coax cable, connect the EL-49903Β  to the VCIM. See Special ToolsΒ .
  3. Clear the DTCs and operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. Verify DTC B2470 does not set.
    • If the DTC sets, replace the VCIM.
  4. Ignition OFF, disconnect the EL-49903Β  from the VCIM and perform the coax cable test on the coax cable between the VCIM and the cellular antenna. See Special ToolsΒ .
    • If the coax cable does not pass the test, replace the coax cable.
  5. If all circuits test normal, replace the cellular antenna.
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