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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER, 4.8L ENG VIN AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1251 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL - HYBRID (HP2) 6.0L (LFA) - DTC P0231 TO DTC P0690)DTC P0650CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2012 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger, 4.8L Eng VIN A
Circuit/System Testing
2012 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger, 4.8L Eng VIN ASECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition OFF, open the hood to disable the Auto-Stop function. Refer to Hybrid Modes of Operation Description .
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool hood position parameter displays Open.
- If the hood position does not display Open, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle for DTC P254F.
- Ignition ON, verify that the instrument panel cluster (IPC) warning indicators are illuminated.
- If the IPC warning indicators are not illuminated, test the ignition circuit for a sort to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the ignition circuit fuse is open, replace the IPC.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect connector X1 at the ECM.
- Ignition ON, verify the MIL is not illuminated.
- If the MIL is illuminated, inspect the MIL control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the IPC.
- Ignition ON, verify that the MIL illuminates with a 3A fused jumper between the MIL control circuit, ECM terminal X1-12, and ground.
- If the MIL does not illuminate, test the MIL control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
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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.