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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013AVALANCHE 2WD V8-5.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTTESTING AND INSPECTIONSYMPTOM RELATED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESONSTAR VOICE RECOGNITION MALFUNCTION
2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 2WD V8-5.3L
OnStar Voice Recognition Malfunction
2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 2WD V8-5.3LSECTION OnStar Voice Recognition Malfunction
OnStar Voice Recognition Malfunction
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
Circuit/System Description
The Telematics Communication Interface Control Module is capable of interpreting voice commands received over the cellular microphone circuit. Speech recognition allows the user to speak to one computer in the vehicle, and one reached over the cellular communication network. The module attempts to understand the users command, and responds by speaking back, or by taking the appropriate action, e.g. dialing the phone.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
OnStar Schematics OnStar Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Connector End Views By Name
Description and Operation
OnStar Description and Operation OnStar
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Verification
Note:
* It is necessary to have the vehicle in an open outside area where a cellular call can be successfully placed and GPS data can be received from satellites.
* The vehicle should be located in a quiet area.
1. Ignition ON, press the blue OnStar Call button.
2. Verify that your voice is heard clearly by the OnStar Call center.
• If your voice can not be heard clearly
Refer to OnStar Microphone Malfunction OnStar Microphone Malfunction
• If your voice can be heard clearly
3. Verify that the system responds appropriately to all voice commands by pressing the blue OnStar Call button and attempting to operate the system using multiple voice commands.
• If the OnStar system does not respond to any voice commands
Replace the K73 Telematics Communication Interface Control Module
• If the OnStar system responds to some, but not all voice commands
Refer to OnStar Description and Operation OnStar for tips on proper pronunciation
• If the OnStar system responds to all voice commands
4. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the repair.
Control Module References Control Module References for Telematics Communication Interface Control Module replacement, programming and setup.
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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.