Strategy Based Diagnostics Chevrolet Chevy Express G1500

Strategy Based Diagnostics

1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls»(/chevrolet/chevy-express-g1500/1996-2012/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-control-system-43l-diagnostic-information-procedures) in Engine Controls before using the symptom tables, if applicable.
2. Review the system operations in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to «Disassembled Views»(/chevrolet/chevy-express-g1500/1996-2012/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-43l) , «Engine Component Description»(/chevrolet/chevy-express-g1500/1996-2012/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-43l) , «Lubrication Description»(/chevrolet/chevy-express-g1500/1996-2012/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-43l__lubrication-description) , and «New Product Information»(/chevrolet/chevy-express-g1500/1996-2012/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-43l__new-product-information) in Engine Unit Repair Manual and to «Drive Belt System Description»(/chevrolet/chevy-express-g1500/1996-2012/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-43l__drive-belt-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 problem. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary. For a detailed explanation, refer to Strategy Based Diagnosis in General Information.