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The Engine 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 together.

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

    • The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls 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 Engine 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 concern 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 - Engine Controls 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

EE:  Enhanced Emission (EVAP) Data

FT : Fuel Trim Data List

MF: Misfire Data List

HO2S: HO2S Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Parameter Range/Units

Typical Data Values

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop/Accessories Off

A/C Clutch Feedback Signal

ENG 2

On/Off

Off

A/C High Side Pressure

ENG 2

0-5 volts

Varies

A/C High Side Pressure

ENG 2

kPa/psi

Varies

A/C Relay Command

ENG 1, 2, 3, MF

On/Off

Off

A/C Request Signal

ENG 2

Yes/No

No

Air Fuel Ratio

ENG 2, 3

Ratio

14.6:1

BARO

ENG 1, EE, FT

kPa

65-104 kPa (varies w/altitude)

CMP Sensor High to Low

ENG 2

Counts

Varies

CMP Sensor Low to High

ENG 2

Counts

Varies

Cold Startup

ENG 2, EE

Yes/No

Varies

Column Lock Fuel Disable-ABS DTC

ENG 3, EE

Yes/No

No

Column Lock Fuel Disable-BCM DTC

ENG 3, EE

Yes/No

No

Column Lock-PCM BCM Communication

ENG 3, EE

Fault/OK

OK

Current Gear

ENG 1, 2, FT

0-4

1

Cycles of Misfire Data

MF

0-100 Counts

Varies

DTC Set This Ignition

ENG 1, 2, EE, FT, HO2S

Yes/No

No

Decel Fuel Cutoff

HO2S

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Desired IAC Airflow

ENG 1

0-64 g/s

Varies

Desired Idle Speed

ENG 1, 2, EE

RPM

PCM controlled, 800 RPM typical

ECT Sensor

ALL

-39° to +140°C (-38° to +284°F)

85-113°C (185-235°F)

Engine Load

ALL

0-100%

1-4%

Engine Run Time

ALL

Hrs, Min, Sec

Varies

Engine Speed

ALL

0-10,000 RPM

Varies, 750-850 RPM typical

Engine Oil Life Remaining

ENG 2, 3

%

Varies

Engine Oil Pressure Sensor

ENG 3

kPa/psi

Varies, 215-240 kPa (30-34 psi) typical

Engine Oil Pressure Sensor

ENG 3

Volts

Varies, 1.4-1.6V typical

EVAP Purge Solenoid Command

ENG 1, EE, FT

0-100%

0-25%

EVAP Vent Solenoid Command

ENG 1, EE, FT

Not Venting/Venting

Venting

FC Relay 1 Command

ENG 2, 3

On/Off

Depends on engine coolant temperature and A/C pressure

FC Relay 2 Command

ENG 2, 3

On/Off

Depends on engine coolant temperature and A/C pressure

Fuel Level Sensor

EE

5-0 volts

0.7-2.5 volts

Fuel Tank Level Remaining

EE

0-62.8 L (0-16.6 gal)

Varies

Fuel Tank Level Remaining

EE

0-100%

Varies

Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor

ENG 1, EE

-32.7 to +14.0 mm/Hg (-17.5 to +7.5 in/H2O)

Varies

Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor

EE

0-5.0 volts

Varies

Fuel Tank Rated Capacity

EE

62.8 L (16.6 gal)

62.8 L (16.6 gal)

Fuel Trim Cell

ENG 1, EE, FT

0-23

16, 17, 20

Fuel Trim Learn

ENG 1, EE, FT

Enabled/Disabled

Enabled, may toggle

HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1

ENG 1, EE, FT

Millivolts

10-1,000 mV and varying

HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2

ENG 1, FT

Millivolts

10-1,000 mV and varying

HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 1

ENG 1, FT, EE

Millivolts

10-1,000 mV and varying

HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 2

ENG 1, FT

Millivolts

10-1,000 mV and varying

HO2S Heater Bn 1 Sen. 1

HO2S

amps

0.40-0.59 amps

HO2S Heater Bn 1 Sen. 2

HO2S

amps

0.71-0.89 amps

HO2S Heater Bn 2 Sen. 1

HO2S

amps

0.40-0.59 amps

HO2S Heater Bn 2 Sen. 2

HO2S

amps

0.71-0.89 amps

IAC Position

ENG 1, FT

Counts

Varies

IAT

ENG 1, 2, 3, EE, FT

-39 to +140°C (-38 to +284°F)

Varies

Ignition 1 Signal

ENG 1, 2, 3, EE, FT

0-25 volts

11.5-14.5 volts

Injector PWM Bank 1 Average

ENG 2, FT, MF

ms

1-4 ms

Injector PWM Bank 2 Average

ENG 2, FT, MF

ms

1-4 ms

Knock Retard

ENG 1

0.0-16°

Long Term FT Avg. Bank 1

FT

Percentage

Near 0%

Long Term FT Avg. Bank 2

FT

Percentage

Near 0%

Long Term FT Bank 1

ENG 1, 2, EE, FT, HO2S

Percentage

Near 0%

Long Term FT Bank 2

ENG 1, 2, EE, FT, HO2S

Percentage

Near 0%

Loop Status

ENG 1, 2, 3, FT, HO2S

Open/Closed

Closed

MAF Sensor

ALL

Grams per second (g/s)

5-9 g/s (depends on altitude)

MAF Frequency

ENG 2, 3

0-31,999 Hz

Varies

MAP

ALL

kPa

20-48 kPa (varies w/ altitude)

MAP

ENG 1, 2

Volts

1.0-2.0 volts (varies w/ altitude)

Mileage Since DTC Cleared

ENG 2, 3

km/Miles

Varies

Misfire Current Cyl. #1-#8

MF

0-200 Counts

0

Misfire History Cyl. #1-#8

MF

0-65,535 Counts

0

MIL Command

ENG 2

ON/OFF

OFF

PCM Reset

ENG 1, 2, EE, FT

Yes/No

No

PCM/VCM in VTD Fail Enable

ENG 1

Enable/Disable

Disable

PNP

ENG 2

Park/Neutral

In Gear

Park/Neutral

Power Enrichment

FT, HO2S

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Reverse Inhibit Solenoid (M/T only)

ENG 1

Yes/No

No

Short Term FT Avg. Bn 1

ENG 3, FT

Percentage

Near 0%

Short Term FT Avg. Bn 2

ENG 3, FT

Percentage

Near 0%

Short Term FT Bank 1

ENG 1, 2, EE, FT, HO2S

Percentage

Near 0%

Short Term FT Bank 2

ENG 1, 2, EE, FT, HO2S

Percentage

Near 0%

Skip Shift Solenoid (M/T only)

ENG 1

Skip/No Skip

No Skip

Spark

ENG 1, 2, 3, FT, MF, HO2S

Degrees

Varies, 10-15 degrees typical

Start Up ECT

ENG 2, EE, FT

C°/F°

Varies

TCC Brake Pedal Switch

ENG 1, 2

Applied/Released

Released

TCC/Cruise Brake Pedal Switch

ENG 3

Applied/Released

Released

TCC Enable Solenoid Command

Eng 1, 2, MF

On/Off

Off

TCC PWM Solenoid Command

ENG 2

On/Off

Off

TFP Sw.

Eng 2, 3, FT

Park/Neutral

Reverse, Drive 4, 3, 2, 1

Park/Neutral

TP Sensor

ENG 1, 2, 3, HO2S

0-5.0 volts

0.4-0.9 volts

TP Sensor

ALL

%

0%

Traction Control Status

ENG 2

Active/Inactive

Inactive

TR Sw.

ENG 3, FT

Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive 4, 3, 2, 1

Park

Vehicle Speed Sensor

ALL

km/h (mph)

0 km/h (mph)

VTD Auto. Learn Timer

ENG 1, 3

Minutes/Seconds

Varies

VTD Fuel Disable

ENG 1, 3

Active/Inactive

Inactive

VTD Fuel Disable Until Ign. Off

ENG 1, 3

Yes/No

No

Warm-Ups w/o Emission Faults

ENG 2, 3

0-255 Counts

Varies

Warm-Ups w/o Non-Emission Faults

ENG 2, 3

0-255 Counts

Varies