GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The Data Link Connector (DLC) is unable to provide B+ and/or ground for scan tool operation.

1

Inspect the RADIO-HVAC fuse.

Is the RADIO-HVAC fuse open?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

  1. Replace the RADIO-HVAC fuse.
  2. Check the RADIO-HVAC fuse again.

Is the RADIO-HVAC fuse open again?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 3

3

Using a test light, connect between the Data Link Connector (DLC) terminals 4 and 16.

Is the test light on?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4

Using a test light, connect between the DLC terminals 5 and 16.

Is the test light on?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 5

5

Using a test light, connect between the DLC terminal 16 and ground.

Is the test light on?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 11

6

Using a test light, connect between B+ and the DLC terminal 4.

Is the test light on?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

7

Using a test light, connect between the DLC terminals 5 and 16.

Is the test light on?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 12

8

Connect scan tool on another vehicle.

Does the scan tool work on another vehicle?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 14

9

Repair short to ground in circuit 640.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 15

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10

Repair poor connection or open in circuit 1450.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 15

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11

Repair poor connection or open in circuit 640.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 15

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12

Repair poor connection or open in circuit 1550.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 15

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13

  1. Check for a poor connection between the scan tool and the DLC.
  2. If connection is OK, then check for a faulty scan tool.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 15

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14

Check for a faulty scan tool. Refer to scan tool manual for more information.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 15

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15

  1. Turn the ignition switch off.
  2. Reinstall connectors/components removed.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Data Link Communications System Check

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