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Diagnostic Procedure

  1. Perform diagnostic system check - engine controls. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS  under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. After performing diagnostic system check - engine controls, go to next step.
  2. Is DTC P0602 set? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step  5.
  3. Program PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  under PROGRAMMING. Does DTC P0602 reset? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step  6.
  4. Ensure all tool connections are secure. Ensure programming equipment is operating correctly. Ensure correct software/calibration package is used. Attempt to program PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  under PROGRAMMING. Does DTC P0602 reset? If yes, go to next step. If no, go to step  6.
  5. Replace PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE in appropriate REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article. Perform PCM relearn procedure. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  under PROGRAMMING. After replacing PCM, go to next step.
  6. Using scan tool, clear DTCs. Turn ignition switch to OFF position for 30 seconds. Start the engine. Did the DTC fail this ignition? If yes, go to step  2. If no, go to next step.
  7. Using the scan tool, observe the stored information in CAPTURE INFO. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS . If no, system is okay at this time.