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Power Take-Off: Overview Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Power Takeoff 3 illustrations ~595 words

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Power Take-Off (PTO) Schematics

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Power Take-Off (PTO) Component Views
CalloutComponent Name
1Fuse Block-Underhood
2Engine Wiring Harness
3Power Take Off (PTO) Relay

Callouts For (Scheme 2)

Power Take Off (PTO) Relay Connector Part Information 12129716 4-Way F Metri-Pack 280 Series Flex-Lock (GY) Pin Wire Color Circuit No. Function 30 OG 3440 Battery Positive Voltage 85 L-GN 488 Power Take Off Switch - Output - Enable 86 PU 2562 PTO Engage 87 WH 2561 PTO Signal

Power Take Off (PTO) Switch Connector Part Information 12186098 8-Way F Metri-Pack 150 Series (L-GY) Pin Wire Color Circuit No. Function A BN 41 Ignition 3 Voltage B L-GN 488 Power Take Off Switch - Output - Enable C GY 8 Instrument Panel Lamp Supply Voltage - 1 D GY 397 Cruise Control On Switch Signal E YE 2522 PTO Status Signal F BK 1850 Ground G D-BU 84 Cruise Control Set/Coast Switch Signal H PU/WH 1382 LED Dimming Signal

IMPORTANTThe following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.
  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(ref-238177-S28692454672006072400000) , before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that all of the following are true: There are no powertrain control module (PCM) or throttle actuator control (TAC) module DTCs set. The PCM and TAC module can communicate to each other via the serial data links.
  2. Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to «Power Take-Off (PTO) Description and Operation»(ref-238204-S20111173762006072400000) .

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2: This step tests for an open fog lamp fuse.
  2. 3: This step tests for open cruise fuse.
  3. 4: This step tests the battery positive circuit for battery voltage.
  4. 5: This step tests the battery positive circuit for an open.
  5. 6: This step tests the PTO relay output circuit for an open.
  6. 7: This step tests the PTO ON signal circuit for battery voltage.
  7. 8: This step tests the PTO ON signal circuit for an open.
  8. 9: This step tests the cruise control set/coast switch signal circuit for battery voltage.
  9. 10: This step tests the PTO status circuit for an open.
  10. 11: This step tests the PTO switch and PTO unit ground circuits for an open.
  11. 12: This step tests the battery positive and PTO relay output circuits for a short to ground.
  12. 13: This step tests the ignition 3 circuit for a short to ground.
  13. 14: This step tests the cruise control ON switch signal, cruise control set/coast signal, PTO status, and PTO ON signal circuits for a short to ground.
  14. 15: This step tests the control side of the PTO relay for proper operation.
StepActionYesNo
Schematic Reference: Power Take-Off (PTO) Schematics
1Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2Inspect the fog lamp fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses . Is the fuse open?Go to Step 12Go to Step 3
3Inspect the cruise fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses . Is the fuse open?Go to Step 13Go to Step 4
4Using a DMM, test the battery positive voltage circuit for voltage. Does the DMM indicate battery voltage?Go to Step 7Go to Step 5
5Using a DMM, test the battery positive circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 6
6Using a DMM, test the PTO relay output circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 7
7Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF. Set the PTO switch to ON. Using a DMM at the PTO relay, test for voltage on the PTO ON signal circuit. Does the DMM indicate battery voltage?Go to Step 9Go to Step 8
8Using a DMM, test the PTO ON signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 9
9Set the parking brake. Start the engine. While pressing the PTO set switch, use a DMM to test for voltage on the cruise control set/coast switch signal circuit at the PTO unit. Does the DMM indicate battery voltage?Go to Step 15Go to Step 10
10Using a DMM, test the PTO status circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 11
11Using a DMM, test the PTO switch and PTO unit ground circuits for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 17
12Using a DMM, test the battery positive and PTO relay output circuits for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 18
13Using a DMM, test the ignition 3 voltage circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Step 14
14Using a DMM, test the cruise control ON switch signal, cruise control set/coast signal, PTO status, and the PTO ON signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions
15With the PTO ON, use a fused jumper wire to ground the PTO control circuit. Does the PTO relay turn ON?Go to Step 16Go to Step 18
16Replace the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 19
17Replace the PTO switch. Refer to Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 19
18Replace the PTO relay. Refer to Relay Replacement (Within an Electrical Center) or Relay Replacement (Attached to Wire Harness) . Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 19
19Operate the PTO system as described in the supporting text. Does the symptom occur?Go to Step 2System OK

Power Take-Off (PTO) Does Not Engage

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3: This step checks for other system DTCs that may affect the PTO.
  2. 6: This step tests the PCM for the PTO Enable signal.
  3. 7: This step tests the communication between the PCM and the TAC module.
  4. 8: This step tests the PTO On Switch Signal circuit.
  5. 9: This step tests the PTO On Switch-Signal circuit for an open, high resistance or short to ground.
  6. 10: This step tests the Serial Data circuits for an open, high resistance or short to ground.
StepActionYesNo
Schematic Reference: Power Take-Off (PTO) Schematics and Cruise Control Schematics in Cruise Control
1Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2Did you review the Power Take-Off Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?Go to Step 3Go to Power Take-Off (PTO) Description and Operation
3Verify the fault is present. Does the system operate normally?Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor ConnectionsGo to Step 4
4Does the PTO solenoid engage?Go to Step 5Go to Power Take-Off (PTO) Does Not Engage
5Is the engine a 6.6L diesel?Go to Step 8Go to Step 6
6Start the engine. Ensure that all of the PTO engage conditions are met. Refer to Power Take-Off (PTO) Description and Operation . Turn the PTO switch to ON. Using a scan tool read the PTO Enable Status on the Engine Controls Data List. Does the scan tool indicate that the PTO is enabled?Go to Step 7Go to Step 9
7Using the scan tool read the throttle actuator control module (TAC) / powertrain control module (PCM) communication signal on the Engine Controls Data List. Does the scan tool display OK?Go to Diagnostic Starting Point - Cruise ControlGo to Step 10
8Disconnect connector 1 at the ECM. Turn the ignition switch to ON. Turn the PTO switch to ON. Using a test lamp test for Voltage on the PTO On Switch Signal circuit. Does the test lamp light?Go to Diagnostic System Check - VehicleGo to Step 9
9Test the PTO On Switch-Signal circuit for an open, high resistance or short to ground. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 13Go to Step 12
10Test the Serial Data circuits for an open, high resistance or short to ground. Refer to Cruise Control Schematics in Cruise Control. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 13Go to Step 11
11Replace the TAC module. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 13
12Replace the PCM or ECM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 13
13Test drive the vehicle and operate the PTO system as described in the supporting text. Does the symptom occur?Go to Step 3System OK

Engine RPM Does Not Increase with Power Take-Off Engaged

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 5: This step tests the ground circuit.
StepActionYesNo
Schematic Reference: Power Take-Off (PTO) Schematics
1Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2Did you review the Power Take-Off Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?Go to Step 3Go to Power Take-Off (PTO) Description and Operation
3Verify the fault is present. Does the system operate normally?Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor ConnectionsGo to Step 4
4Does the PTO solenoid engage?Go to Step 5Go to Power Take-Off (PTO) Does Not Engage
5Turn the ignition switch to RUN. Ensure that the conditions for engaging the PTO solenoid are met. Refer to Power Take-Off (PTO) Description and Operation . Remove the PTO switch but leave it connected to the harness. Turn the PTO switch to the ON position. Connect a fused jumper wire at the PTO switch connector ground circuit to a known ground. Does the indicator come on?Go to Step 6Go to Step 7
6Repair the open or high resistance in both ground circuits 8 and 1850. Refer to Wiring Repairs . Did you complete the repair?Go to Step 8
7Replace the PTO switch. Refer to Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 8
8Test drive the vehicle and operate the PTO system as described in the supporting test. Does the symptom occur?Go to Step 4System OK

Power Take-Off (PTO) Indicator Inoperative

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Scheme 3: Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the I/P cluster bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster»(ref-238186-S39159874752006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Pull out the switch housing from the I/P.
  3. Disconnect the wire connector to the PTO switch.
  4. Remove the PTO switch from the switch housing.