Diagnostic Procedures

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? If yes, go to next step. If no, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS  under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
  2. Observe the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data for this DTC. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds. Start the engine. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running DTC or as close to the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data that you observed. Does the DTC fail this ignition cycle? If yes, go to next step. If no, see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS .
  3. Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the harness connector of the MAF sensor. Start the engine. Observe the MAF sensor frequency parameter with a scan tool. Does the scan tool display 0 Hz? If yes, go to step  5. If no, go to next step.
  4. Inspect the harness of the MAF sensor for incorrect routing that is too close to the following components:
    • The secondary ignition wires or the coils.
    • Any solenoids.
    • Any relays.
    • Any motors.

    Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step  9. If no, go to step  6.

  5. Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the MAF sensor. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step  9. If no, go to step  7.
  6. Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the PCM. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step  9. If no, go to step  8.
  7. Replace the MAF sensor. After repairs, go to step  9.
  8. Replace the PCM. See appropriate REMOVAL, OVERHAUL & INSTALLATION article. Reprogram PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  under PROGRAMMING. After repairs, go to next step.
  9. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds. Start the engine. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running DTC. Does the DTC run and pass? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step  2.
  10. Observe the stored information, Capture Info with a scan tool. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS . If no, system is okay.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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