Circuit/System Testing

2012 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger, 4.8L Eng VIN ASECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. With the engine running, monitor the Cylinder 1-8 IC Circuit Status parameters with a scan tool.
    • If a short to GND or Open status test displays FAULT, test for an open/high resistance or short to ground on the affected IC circuit terminal C.
    • If a short to volts status test displays FAULT, test for a short to voltage on the affected IC circuit terminal C.
  2. IMPORTANT: A high resistance on any IC circuit can cause a misfire condition before DTCs P0351-P0358 set.
  3. Exchange the affected ignition coil/module with the ignition coil/module of a cylinder that is not affected.
  4. Start and run the engine. With a scan tool, monitor the IC circuit parameters and the Misfire Current counters.
    • If the circuit status fault identified or the misfire transfers with the ignition coil/module, replace the ignition coil/module assembly.
    • If the circuit status fault identified or the misfire does not transfer with the ignition coil/module, replace the ECM.
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