Vehicle Communication Interface Module (VCIM) C3

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Vehicle Communication Interface Module (VCIM) C3
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Fig 1: Vehicle Communication Interface Module (VCIM) C3 Connector End View
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Vehicle Communication Interface Module (VCIM) C3 Connector & Terminal Parts Information

Connector Part Information 
  • OEM: 917983-2
  • Service: 88988722
  • Description: 16-Way M MKII Hybrid (BK)
Terminal Part Information 
  • Pins: 2, 4, 5
  • Terminal/Tray: 175266-5/15
  • Core/Insulation Crimp: Pins 2, 4 - J/J
  • Core/Insulation Crimp: Pins 5 - K/K
  • Release Tool/Test Probe: 15315247/J-35616-16 (L-GN)
Vehicle Communication Interface Module (VCIM) C3 Terminal Identification

Pin Wire Color Circuit No. Function
1 - - Not Used
2 GY/BK 7043 Voice Recognition Audio Signal
3 - - Not Used
4 PK/BK 7044 Voice Recognition Audio Low Reference
5 BK/L-BU 813 Drain Wire
6-16 - - Not Used
RENDER: 1.0x

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