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The Scan Tool Data List contains all engine related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The list is arranged in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists, and in some cases may appear more than once, or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters.

Use the Scan Tool Data List only after the following is determined:

    • Powertrain On Board Diagnostic System Check is completed
    • No diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
    • On board diagnostics are functioning properly

Scan tool values from a properly running engine may be used for comparison with the engine you are diagnosing. The Scan Tool Data List represents values that would be seen on a normally running engine.

Important: A scan tool that displays faulty data should not be used. The scan tool problem should be reported to the manufacturer. Use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.

Only the parameters listed below are referenced in this service manual for use in diagnosis. If all values are within the typical range described below, refer to Symptoms for diagnosis.

The column labeled Data List indicates where a parameter can be located on the scan tool. Refer to the scan tool operating manual for the exact locations of the data lists. The following is a description of each term listed:

    • All = The Parameter is in all data lists indicated below.
    • Eng 1 = Engine Data 1 List
    • Eng 2 = Engine Data 2 List
    • Eng 3 = Engine Data 3 List
    • EVAP = Enhanced EVAP Data
    • FT = Fuel Trim Data List
    • MF = Misfire Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Units Displayed

Data List

Typical Data Value

Engine Idling/Normal Operating Temperature/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop

12 Volt Reference

OK, Fault

Eng 1

OK

24X Crank Sensor (Data)

RPM

MF

Varies with RPM

5 Volt Reference A

OK, Fault

Eng 1

OK

5 Volt Reference B

OK, Fault

Eng 1

OK

A/C Relay

On, Off

Eng 2

OFF with A/C not selected. ON with A/C selected

Actual EGR Position

%

Eng 2

Varies

Air Fuel Ratio

: 1

Eng 1, FT, MF, EVAP

14.5-14.9

Auto Learn timer

Inactive, Active

Eng 2

Inactive

BARO

Volts

kPa

Eng 1, Eng 2, Eng 3, FT, MF

65-105 kPa (Depends on altitude and barometric pressure)

CKP Sensor Status

Angle, Time A, Time B

MF

Angle

CMP Sensor (Data)

RPM

MF

Varies with RPM

Crank Request

No, Yes

Eng 3

No

Cruise Inhibit Signal Command

No, Yes

Eng 3

Yes

Cruise Requested

No, Yes

Eng 3

1

Current Gear

1,2,3,4

Eng 2

No

Cycles of Misfire Data

 

MF

Varies

Desired EGR Position

%

Eng 2

0%

Desired Idle Speed

RPM

Eng 1, Eng 2, FT

650 RPM (±100 RPM)

Desired Torque ABS/TCS

%

Eng 2

100%

ECT

°C, °F

ALL

90-100°C

EGR Closed Pintle Pos.

Volts

Eng 2

0.65-0.80

EGR Pintle Position

Volts

Eng 2

Same as EGR Closed Pintle Pos.

Engine Load

%

Eng 1, Eng 2, Eng 3, FT, MF

1-5

Engine Oil Level

OK, Low

Eng 3

Ok

Engine Oil Pressure

Ok, Low

Eng 3

Ok

Engine Run Time

hrs./min./sec

Eng 1, Eng 2, Eng 3, FT, EVAP

Depends on time since start-up

Engine Speed

RPM

ALL

±100 RPM from Desired Idle

EVAP Canister Purge

%

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

10-20%

EVAP Purge Solenoid

On, Off

EVAP

ON with purge commanded. OFF with purge NOT commanded

EVAP Test Abort Reason

Not Aborted

Lost Enable

Small Leak

Veh. Not At Rest

EVAP

-

EVAP Test Result

No Result

Passed

Aborted

Fail - DTC P0440

Fail - DTC P0442

Fail - DTC P0446

Fail - DTC P1441

EVAP

-

EVAP Vent Sol.

Open, Closed

FT, EVAP

Open

Extended Travel Brake

Released

Applied

Eng 3

Released

Fuel Level

Liters, Gallons

EVAP

Fuel Pump Relay

On, Off

Eng 2

On

Fuel Tank Pressure

Volts / in H20, mmHg

EVAP

Varies

Fuel Trim Cell

Cell #

Eng 2, FT

Generator L Terminal

OK

No Output

Eng 1, Eng 3

Ok

Generator PWM

%

Eng 1

Varies with commanded duty cycle of the generator field

HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1

mV

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

Varying

HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2

mV

Eng 1, Fuel Trim 1

Varying

HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 1

mV

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

Varying

HO2S Warm-Up Bn1 Sen2

Seconds

FT

Depends on start-up ECT and the average MAF since start-up

IAC Position

Counts

Eng 1, FT

IAT

°C, °F

ALL

Varies with temperature

IC Ckt. Cyl. 1 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 2 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 3 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 4 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 5 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 6 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 7 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

IC Ckt. Cyl. 8 Status of Last Test

Pass, Open, Short to Ground, Short to Volts

Eng 3

Pass

Ignition 0

On, Off

Eng 3

On

Ignition 1

Volts

Eng 1, Eng 2, FT

13-14.5 Volts

Injector PWM Bank 1

ms

FT

3.00-3.75

Injector PWM Bank 2

ms

FT

3.00-3.75

IPC Fuel Disable

Inactive, Active

Eng 2

Inactive

Knock Retard

degrees

Eng 1, Eng 2, MF

0 degrees

Long Term FT Avg. Bn1

%

FT

Long Term FT Avg Bn2

%

FT

Long Term FT Bank 1

%

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

-25% to 25%

Long Term FT Bank 2

%

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

-25% to 25%

Loop Status

Open Loop, Closed Loop

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

Closed

Loss of Match Counter

Counts

MF

Varies

Low Res. Ref. Pulses

Counts

MF

Incrementing 1-8

Low Speed Fan Relay

On, Off

Eng 2

On with fans commanded On. Off with fans commanded OFF

MAF

g/s

Eng 1, Eng 2, FT, MF, EVAP

--

MAF Frequency

Hz

Eng 1, Eng 2

2800

MAP

Volts/kPa

Eng 1, Eng 2, Eng 3, FT, MF

1-2V / 30-50 kPa (Depends on engine load and barometric pressure)

Med. Res. Ref. Pulses

Counts

MF

RPM

MIL

On, Off

Eng 2

Off

MIsfire Current Cyl. 1-8

Counts

MF

0-10

Misfire Cycle Delay Counter

Counts

MF

0

Misfire History Cyl. 1-8

Counts

MF

0

Non-Driven Wheel Speed

km/h, mph

Eng 3

0

Odometer

km, miles

Eng 2, Eng 3

Within 25.5 miles of IPC

PCM Ride Control

Normal, Firm

Eng 2

-

Short Term FT Bank 1

%

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

-8% to 8%

Short Term FT Bank 2

%

Eng 1, FT, EVAP

-8% to 8%

Short Term FT Avg. Bn1

%

FT

--

Short Term FT Avg. Bn2

%

FT

--

SP/High Speed Fan Relays

On, Off

Eng 2

Off

Spark

degrees

Eng 1, Eng 2, FT, MF

Varies

Start Up ECT

°C, °F

Eng 1

Depends on ECT at start-up

Starter Relay Status

On, Off

Eng 2, Eng 3

Off

TCC Brake Switch

Released, Applied

Eng 3

Released

TCC Slip Speed

RPM

Eng 2

+15 to +50

Total Misfire Current Count

Counts

MF

0

TP Angle

%

Eng 1, Eng 2, Eng 3, FT, MF

0%

TP Sensor

Volts

Eng 1

0.40-0.74V

Traction Control Torque

%

Eng 3

Vehicle Speed

km/h, mph

Eng 1, Eng 2, FT, EVAP

0

VTD Password

OK, Incorrect

Eng 2

OK