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Power Take-Off System: Overview Chevrolet Silverado 3500

Power Takeoff 2 illustrations ~858 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

Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2: Lack of communication may be due to a partial or total malfunction of the class 2 serial data circuit. The specified procedure will determine the particular condition.
  2. 3: The presence of DTCs indicates that the PCM or TAC has detected a fault.
  3. 4: The presence of DTCs which begin with "U" indicate some other module is not communicating. The specified procedure will compile all the available information before tests are performed.
  4. 5: This step insures that the PTO options in the scan tool are set according to the upfitters recommendations.
StepActionYesNo
1Install a scan tool. Does the scan tool power up?Go to Step 2Go to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up
2Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Attempt to establish communication with the powertrain control module (PCM) for the 8.1L engine or the Engine Control Module (ECM) for the 6.6L diesel. Does the scan tool communicate with the control module?Go to Step 3Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device in Data Link Communications
3Select the display DTCs function on the scan tool. Does the scan tool display any PCM or ECM DTCs?Go to Step 4Go to Step 5
4Does the scan tool display any DTCs which begin with a "U"?Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device in Data Link CommunicationsGo to Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Controls or Diagnostic Starting Point - Cruise Control
5View the PTO options on the scan tool to verify that the PTO settings are correct for the specific PTO application. Are the PTO settings correct?Go to Symptoms - Power Take-Off (PTO)Go to Step 6
6Change the PTO options as needed. See upfitter specifications in the upfitter installation manual. Are the PTO options set correctly?Go to Symptoms - Power Take-Off (PTO)

Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off (PTO)

Symptoms - Power Take-Off (PTO)

IMPORTANTThe following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.
  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off (PTO)»(ref-184153-S27294862112005082200000) before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that all of the following are true: There are no PCM or 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-184153-S39951792412005082200000) .

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 a Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off (PTO)
2Inspect the fog lamp fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses in Wiring Systems. Is the fuse open?Go to Step 12Go to Step 3
3Inspect the cruise fuse for an open. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 19Go to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions in Wiring Systems
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 PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement in Engine Controls - 8.1L or Engine Control Module (ECM) Replacement in Engine Controls - 6.6L. 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) Relay Replacement (Attached to Wire Harness) in Wiring Systems. 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 a Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off (PTO)
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 Connections in Wiring SystemsGo 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 TAC/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 - Engine Controls in Engine Controls - 6.6LGo 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 Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 8.1L. Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 13
12Replace the PCM or ECM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement in Engine Controls - 8.1L or Engine Control Module (ECM) Replacement in Engine Controls - 6.6L. 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 - Power Take-Off?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Power Take-Off (PTO)
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 Connections in Wiring SystemsGo 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 in Wiring Systems. 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

Power Take-Off (PTO) Description and Operation

The PTO is an Upfitter integrated system that allows the user to create an auxiliary power source that will drive either a hydraulic pump or a generator. When the operator requests PTO the PTO switch will be turned ON and the engine RPM will go to a default standby speed. The operator will then press and release the PTO switch to SET and the PTO solenoid will engage. Turning the PTO switch to OFF or pressing the brake pedal will turn the PTO off.

The PTO system is integrated with the Cruise Control system and Engine Controls. The PTO system utilizes the following parts

  1. PTO Switch
  2. Cruise Control Multi-Function Switch
  3. PTO Relay
  4. PTO Solenoid
  5. PCM with 8.1L gasoline only
  6. ECM with 6.6L diesel only
  7. TAC Module with 8.1L gasoline only
  8. TAC Motor with 8.1L gasoline only

Voltage will be supplied at all times through the Fog Lamp fuse to the secondary side of the PTO Relay. When the operator turns the ignition switch to RUN, voltage will be supplied through the Cruise fuse to the open PTO switch.

When the PTO switch is turned ON voltage will be present through the primary side of the PTO Relay and at the PCM. If the PCM sees all of the requirements for PTO engagement the PCM will send a Class 2 signal to the TAC Module. The TAC Module will use the TAC Motor to increase the engine RPM to the standby speed. When the PTO switch is turned to the SET position and released the PCM will ground the primary side of the PTO Relay. Current will flow through the coil in the PTO Relay and close the normally open contacts. This will allow current to flow to the PTO Solenoid and eventually to ground.

In the event that any of the PTO requirements are no longer met then the PCM or TAC will return the engine RPM to idle and turn the PTO Solenoid off.