Data Link Connector (DLC)

2019 Chevrolet Trax Premier, AWDSECTION Data Link Connector (DLC)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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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