Self Test
The self-diagnostic test will put the IPC into its test mode. In this mode the IPC can perform an actuator test that will confirm that the circuitry, the gauges and the indicators are capable of operating as designed. During the test the IPC circuitry will position each of the gauge needles at various calibration points, illuminate each of the segments in the Thin Film Transistor (TFT) display unit and turn all of the indicators ON and OFF again.
Successful completion of the self-diagnostic test will confirm that the IPC is operational. However, there may still be a problem with the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus or another electronic control module that provides electronic message inputs to the IPC, or the inputs to one of these electronic control modules. Use a diagnostic scan tool to diagnose these components. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
- Begin the test with the ignition switch in the OFF position.
- Depress the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Down / Scroll switch button on the left steering wheel spoke.
- While still holding the Down / Scroll switch button depressed, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not start the engine.
- Release the Down / Scroll switch button.
- The IPC will simultaneously begin to illuminate all of the operational segments in the TFT display unit and perform a bulb check of each operational Light Indicating Diode (LED) unit indicator. The TFT display segments and LED unit indicators remain illuminated as each gauge needle is swept to several calibration points and back. If a TFT display segment or an LED unit indicator fails to illuminate, or if a gauge needle fails to sweep through the calibration points and back during this test, the IPC must be replaced.
- The self-diagnostic test is now complete. The IPC will automatically exit the self-diagnostic test mode and return to normal operation at the completion of the test. The self-diagnostic test will be aborted if the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position, or if an electronic vehicle speed message indicating that the vehicle is moving is received over the CAN data bus during the test.
- Repeat the test, if necessary.