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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    NOTE:

    Diagnose and repair any other DTCs set in the PCM before proceeding with this test.

    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    3. Start the engine and allow it to reach operating temperature.
      WARNING:

      When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts, or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in possible serious or fatal injury.

      NOTE:

      It may be necessary to test drive the vehicle in order for this DTC to set.

    4. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

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      No 

  2. PCM ODOMETER MILEAGE NOT PROGRAMMED 
    1. Cycle the ignition off, then on.
    2. With the scan tool, attempt to perform the Program PCM Odometer function.
    3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    4. Start the engine.
    5. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
    6. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      • Go To  3

      No 

      • The SRI mileage has been successfully programmed into the PCM. Test is complete.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  3. CHECKING THE PCM POWER AND GROUND CIRCUITS 
    1. Perform the LOST COMMUNICATION WITH THE PCM test procedure. Refer to COMMUNICATION DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
    2. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) wiring and connectors.
    3. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wires.
    4. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
    5. Perform any Service Bulletins that may apply.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

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  4. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, attempt to perform the Program PCM Odometer function under the PCM/ECM REPROGRAMMING Procedure. Refer to MODULE PROGRAMMING .
    3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    4. Start the engine.
    5. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
    6. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      No 

      • The SRI mileage has been successfully programmed into the PCM. Test is complete.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .