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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2016SILVERADO 1500 SSV, 4WD, PART TIME T/CASE CONTROL, GAS/ETHANOLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESDATA COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONDATA LINK COMMUNICATIONS DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONDATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC)
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 SSV, 4WD, Part Time T/Case Control, Gas/Ethanol
Data Link Connector (DLC)
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 SSV, 4WD, Part Time T/Case Control, Gas/EthanolSECTION Data Link Connector (DLC)
The X84 Data Link Connector (DLC) is a standardized 16-cavity connector. Connector design and location is dictated by an industry wide standard, and is required to provide the following:
- Terminal 1 Low speed GMLAN communications terminal
- Terminal 4 Scan tool power ground terminal
- Terminal 5 Common signal ground terminal
- Terminal 6 High speed GMLAN serial data bus (+) terminal
- Terminal 12 Chassis high speed GMLAN serial bus (+) terminal
- Terminal 13 Chassis high speed GMLAN serial bus (-) terminal
- Terminal 14 High speed GMLAN serial data bus (-) terminal
- Terminal 16 Scan tool power, battery positive voltage terminal
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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.