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Pinpoint Test

  1. VERIFY THE IPC PASSES THE NETWORK TEST
    1. Ignition ON.
    2. Using a scan tool, perform the network test.
    3. Verify whether the IPC passed the network test.

    Did the IPC pass the network test? 

    1. Yes: GO to 2  .
    2. No: REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE H : The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool.
  2. CARRY OUT THE IPC SELF-TEST
    1. Using a scan tool, perform the IPC self-test.
    2. Check for recorded DTCs  from the IPC self-test.

    Are any DTCs recorded? 

    1. Yes: For DTC U0140:00, REFER to Diagnostic Routine AV: U0140:00 .

      For all other DTCs  , REFER to DTC Chart: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) .

    2. No: GO to 3  .
  3. CHECK FOR CORRECT IPC OPERATION
    1. Disconnect and inspect the IPC connector.
    2. Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    3. Reconnect the IPC connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.
    4. Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    1. Yes: CHECK OASIS  for any applicable TSBs  . If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSBs  address this concern, INSTALL a new IPC. REFER to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) .
    2. No: The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
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