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Network Message Chart - Gauges

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Module Network Input Messages - IPC 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Engine coolant temperature data PCM Input used to control the temperature gauge and the virtual temperature gauge.
Engine off status BCM Input provides the length of time the engine is off used to calculate the rate of change for the transmission temperature gauge.
Engine overheat indication request PCM Input used to send the temperature gauge to full hot.
Engine RPM data PCM Input used to control the tachometer indication.
Input used to calculate the rate of change for the transmission temperature gauge.
Ignition status BCM Ignition RUN, START and accessory states required for the IPC operating modes and fault reporting.
Oil pressure warning indicator request PCM Input used to control the oil pressure gauge and the virtual oil pressure gauge.
Transmission fluid temperature data PCM Input used to control the transmission temperature gauge and the virtual transmission temperature gauge.
Turbo boost data PCM Input used to control the virtual turbo boost gauge.
Vehicle speed PCM Vehicle speed data used for the virtual AWD gauge display and speedometer indication.