Strategy Based Diagnostics
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2012 GMC Yukon XL, 2012 GMC Yukon, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle before using the symptom tables.
- Review the system operations in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Disassembled Views ,, Engine Content Specifications ,, Engine Component Description ,, Lubrication Description (with Active Fuel Managment) , Lubrication Description (without Active Fuel Management) ,, Camshaft Position Actuator and Solenoid Valve Description ,, and Cylinder Deactivation (Active Fuel Management) System Description .
All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system condition. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary. For a detailed explanation, refer to Strategy Based Diagnosis .