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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 MANUALSSAAB20109-5REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESBUS AND DIAGNOSTICS COMMUNICATIONTECHNICAL DATACOMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE SCAN TOOL INFORMATIONVEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE SCAN TOOL OUTPUT CONTROLS
2010 Saab 9-5
Vehicle Communication Interface Module Scan Tool Output Controls
2010 Saab 9-5SECTION Vehicle Communication Interface Module Scan Tool Output Controls
| Output Control | Description |
|---|---|
| Acquisition Setting | It lets you choose from various selections of digital cellular technology systems: AMPS (Advanced Mobile Phone System), CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access), PCS (Personal Communications Service), GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications). Select CDMA because Verizon provides the cellular technology for OnStar which uses CDMA system. |
| B1000 Data | This shows the data recorded when DTC B1000 was set in the VCIM. |
| Green LED | The VCIM illuminates the green LED on the inside rearview mirror when ON is selected. |
| Phone Call Test | When ON is selected, VCIM commands OnStar to connect to the OnStar Center. |
| PRL Update | The VCIM performs a preferred roaming list (PRL) update when this is selected. |
| Program Digital Home SID - NID | Select SID (Station ID) and NID (Network Interface Device) per your location. |
| Program Phone Number | VCIM provides mobile ID number and mobile directory number for this vehicle. Use arrow keys to change the phone number if necessary. |
| Red LED | The VCIM illuminates the red LED on the inside rearview mirror when ON is selected. |
| Set Language | Pick an option between 3 different languages: English, French Canadian, and Spanish. |
| VCIM Setup | Screen displays: Move the vehicle to an open, outside area and make sure the vehicle is running. Following this VCIM setup procedure, a call will automatically be made to the OnStar Call Center. Inform the Call Center advisor that a new VCIM has been installed. Have the STID and ESN from the new VCIM ready to provide to the advisor. Refer to COMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE PROGRAMMING AND SETUP for the Reconfiguration Procedure. |
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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.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.