Conditions For Clearing MIL/DTC
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra and 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- The PCM turns OFF the MIL after three consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic test runs and passes.
- The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the DTC passes.
- The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without an emission-related diagnostic fault occurring.
- A Scan Tool can clear the MIL/DTC.