Safety Warning
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Scan Tool Data Definitions
- PCM/ECM - A/C Disengage Reason
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The scan tool displays the last reason the A/C compressor was disengaged.
- PCM/ECM - A/C Off For WOT
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The scan tool displays Yes or No. Yes indicates that the powertrain control module (PCM)/engine control module (ECM) has disabled the A/C compressor because the TP sensor signal is at wide open throttle.
- PCM/ECM - A/C Pressure Disable
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The scan tool displays Yes or No. Yes indicates that the PCM/ECM has disabled the A/C compressor due to excessive refrigerant pressure.
- PCM/ECM - A/C High Side Pressure
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The scan tool displays -103 to +3119 kPa( -14 to +452 psi). This parameter represents the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor voltage signal converted to pressure.
- PCM/ECM - A/C High Side Pressure
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The scan tool displays 0.00-5.00 Volts. This parameter represents the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal.
- PCM/ECM - A/C Relay Command
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The scan tool displays On or Off. Represents the PCM/ECM commanded state of the A/C compressor clutch relay control circuit. The A/C compressor clutch should be engaged when Commanded A/C displays On.
- PCM/ECM - A/C Relay Circuit History
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The scan tool displays OK, Open, Short or Invalid State. This parameter indicates the state of the driver circuit for this device.
- PCM/ECM - A/C Request Signal
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The scan tool displays Yes or No. The PCM/ECM uses the A/C request signal in order to determine if A/C compressor operation is being requested by the HVAC Control Module.
- HVAC - A/C Request
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The scan tool displays Yes or No. This states that the A/C request is being made by the HVAC control module.
- HVAC - Recirculation Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Recirculation Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Mode Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Mode Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Defrost Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Defrost Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Driver Temp Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Driver Temp Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Psgr. Temp Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Psgr. Temp Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Aux Mode Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Aux Mode Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Aux Temp Dr. Position
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This data indicates the actual door position.
- HVAC - Aux Temp Dr. Motor Command
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This data indicates the value of the commanded door position.
- HVAC - Evaporator Temp Sensor
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The scan tool displays 0-255 counts.
- HVAC - Evaporator Sensor
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The scan tool displays -40 to +215Β°C (-40 to +420Β°F). The output of the A/C low side thermistor.
- HVAC - Mode Status (Display: Recirc/Vent/Mix-Blend/Floor/Bi-Level/Defrost)
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This data indicates the mode selection knob position.
- HVAC - A/C LED
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The scan tool displays on or off. This is the status of the LED.
- HVAC - Rear Defrost LED
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The scan tool displays on or off. This is the status of the LED.
- HVAC - Driver Heated Seat Status
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The scan tool displays Off/Low Heat/High Heat. This is the status of the heated seat switch.
- HVAC - Passenger Heated Seat Status
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The scan tool displays Off/Low Heat/High Heat. This is the status of the heated seat switch.
- HVAC - Blower Motor Switch Position
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The scan tool displays Off/On But Not High Blower/On and High Blower. This is the status of the Blower Motor switch Position.
- HVAC - Aux. Blower Motor Speed Command
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The scan tool displays 0-255 counts. This is the auxiliary blower motor commanded speed.
- HVAC - Aux. Blower Motor Switch Position
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The scan tool displays Aux/Off/1/2/3/4. This is the status of the Auxiliary Blower Motor switch Position.
- HVAC - Aux. Blower Motor Speed
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The scan tool displays 0-255 counts. This is the actual status of the Auxiliary Blower Motor speed.
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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.