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Engine Controls - 4.3L (Diagnostic Information & Procedure): Diagnosis Chevrolet Silverado 3500

Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Controls

Begin the system diagnosis with the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls . The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls will provide the following information

  1. The identification of the control modules which command the system
  2. The ability of the control modules to communicate through the serial data circuit
  3. The identification of any stored diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and the codes' statuses

The use of the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls will identify the correct procedure for diagnosing the system and where the procedure is located.

Scan Tool Data List

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

  1. The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls is completed.
  2. No diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
  3. 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 normal running engine.

IMPORTANTA scan tool that displays faulty data should not be used. The scan tool problem 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

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop/Accessories Off
Scan Tool ParameterData ListParameter Range/UnitsTypical Data Values
4WD SignalEng 2Enabled/DisabledDisabled
4WD Low SignalEng 2Enabled/DisabledDisabled
A/C Clutch Feedback SignalEng 2ON/OFFOFF
A/C Compressor Cycling SwitchEng 2Low/High PressureLow Pressure
A/C High Pressure RecirculationEng 2Normal/LowNormal
A/C Relay CommandEng 1, 2, EGR, MFOn/OffOff
A/C Request SignalEng 2Yes/NoNo
Air Fuel RatioFF, FRRatio14.7:1
AIR Pump Relay Command (w/NC1)Eng 1, FTOn/OffOff
BAROEng 1, EE, EGR, FT, FF, FRKPa/volts65-104 kPa/3.5-4.9 Volts Varies w/Altitude
Clutch Pedal Switch (Manual Transmission only)Eng 1, 2, EGRDepressed/ReleasedReleased
CMP RetardEng 1Degrees1 °
CMP Sensor - High to LowEng 2CountsVaries
CMP Sensor - Low To HighEng 2CountsVaries
Cruise Control ActiveEng 1Yes/NoNo
Cruise Inhibit Signal CommandEng 1ON/OFFON
Current GearEng 1, 2, EGR, FF, FR, FT0-41
Cycles of Misfire DataMF0-100 CountsVaries
Desired EGR PositionEng 1, EGR, FF, FR, MF0-100%0%
Desired EGR PositionEGR0-5 voltsLess than 1.3 volts
Desired IAC AirflowEng 10-64 g/sVaries
Desired IAC PositionEng 1CountsVaries
Desired Idle SpeedEng 1, 2, EE, FF, FRRPMPCM Controlled
DTC Set This IgnitionEng 1, 2, EE, FTYes/NoNo
ECT SensorEng 1, 2, EE, EGR, FT, MF, FF, FR39 to +140° C (-38 to +284° F)88 to 105° C (190 to 221° F) Depends on ambient temperature
EGR Learned Minimum PositionEGR0-5.0 voltsLess than 1.3 volts
EGR Position SensorEng 1, EGR, FF, FR, MF0-5.0 voltsLess than 1.3 volts
EGR Position SensorEng 1, EGR, MF0-100 %0 %
Engine LoadAll0-100%1-4% @ Idle 7-9% @ 2500 RPM
Engine Oil Life RemainingEng 20-100%Varies
Engine Run TimeAllHrs, Min, SecVaries
Engine SpeedAll0-10,000 RPM500-700 RPM
EVAP Purge Solenoid CommandEng 1, EE, FT0-100%10-25%
EVAP Vent Solenoid CommandEng 1, EE, FTNot Venting/VentingVenting
EVAP Test Abort ReasonEEAborted/Not AbortedNot Aborted
EVAP Test ResultEETest ResultVaries
EVAP Test StateEETest StateVaries
Fail CounterFF, FRCountsVaries
Fuel Level SensorEE0-5 volts0.7-2.5 volts
Fuel Tank Level RemainingEE, FTGallon/LiterVaries
Fuel Tank Level RemainingEE, FT0-100%Varies
Fuel Tank Pressure SensorEng 1, EE32.7 to +14.0 mm/Hg (-17.5 to +7.5 in/H2O)Varies
Fuel Tank Pressure SensorEE0-5.0 voltsVaries
Fuel Tank Rated CapacityEE98 Liters (25.9 Gallons) or 129 Liters (34 Gallons)Varies with fuel tank option
Fuel Trim CellEng 1, EE, FT0-2316, 17
Fuel Trim LearnEng 1, EE, FTEnabled/DisabledEnabled (may Toggle)
Generator F Terminal SignalEng 2PercentVaries
Generator L Terminal Signal CommandEng 2ON/OFFON
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1Eng 1, EE, FTMillivolts10-1,000 mV and Varying
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2Eng 1, FTMillivolts10-1,000 mV and Varying
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 1Eng 1, EE, FTMillivolts10-1,000 mV and Varying
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 2Eng 1, FTMillivolts10-1,000 mV and Varying
IAC PositionEng 1, EGR, FTCountsVaries
IAT SensorEng 1, 2, EE, EGR, FT39 to +140° C (-38 to +284° F)35° C (91° F) Depends on ambient temperature
Ignition 1 SignalEng 1, 2, EE, EGR, FT0-25 volts11.5-14.5 Volts
Inj. PWM Bank 1 AverageEng 2, FT, FF, FR, MFMilliseconds2-6
Inj. PWM Bank 2 AverageEng 2, FT, FF, FR, MFMilliseconds2-6
Knock RetardEng 1, EGR0.0° -16°
Long Term FT Avg. Bn 1FTPercentageNear 0%
Long Term FT Avg. Bn 2FTPercentageNear 0%
Long Term FT Bank 1Eng 1, 2, EE, FT, FF, FRPercentageNear 0%
Long Term FT Bank 2Eng 1, 2, EE, FT, FF, FRPercentageNear 0%
Loop StatusEng 1, 2, EE, EGR, FT, FF, FROpen/ClosedClosed
MAF SensorAllGrams Per Seconds (g/s)1-9 g/s @ Idle (depends on altitude) 15-26 g/s @ 2,500 RPM (depends on altitude)
MAF SensorEng 20-31,999 Hz2,000-3,000 Hz
MAP SensorAllKPa20-48 kPa
MAP SensorEng 1, 2Volts1.0-2.0 volts Varies with altitude
MIL CommandEng 2Off/OnOff
Mileage Since DTC ClearedEng 2Km/MilesVaries
Misfire Counter StatusMFNormal/InvalidNormal
Misfire Current Cyl. 1-6MF0-200 Counts0
Misfire History Cyl. 1-6MF0-65,535 Counts0
PCM ResetEng 1, 2, EGR, EE, FTYes/NoNo
PCM/VCM in VTD Fail EnableEng 1Yes/NoNo
Short Trim FT Avg. Bn1FTPercentageNear 0%
Short Trim FT Avg. Bn2FTPercentageNear 0%
Short Term FT Bank 1Eng 1, 2, EE, FT, FF, FRPercentageNear 0%
Short Term FT Bank 2Eng 1, 2, EE, FT, FF, FRPercentageNear 0%
SparkEng 1, 2, FT, MFDegrees15° -20°
Start Up ECTEng 2, EE, FT, FF, FRC° /F°Varies
Stoplamp Pedal SwitchEng 1, 2Applied/ReleasedReleased
Torque Request SignalEng 2Nm
Torque Request SignalEng 2Nm
TCC Enable Solenoid CommandEng 1, 2, MF, FF, FRON/OFFOFF
TCC PWM Solenoid CommandEng 2ON/OFFOFF
TP SensorEng 1, 2, EE, FT, MF, EGR, FF, FR0-100%0%
TP SensorEng 1, 20-5.0 volts.4-.9 volts
TFP SwitchEng 2, EGR, FTTransmission Gear PositionVaries
TR SwitchEng 2, EGR, FTTransmission Gear PositionVaries
Vehicle Speed SensorAllKm/h mph0
VTD Auto Learn TimerEng 1, FF, FRActive/InactiveInactive
VTD Fuel DisableEng 1Active/InactiveInactive
VTD Fuel Disable Until Ign. OffEng 1Yes/NoNo
Warm-Ups w/o Emission FaultsEng 20-255 CountsVaries
Warm-Ups w/o Non-Emission FaultsEng 20-255 CountsVaries

Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Data Definitions

The Engine Scan Tool Data Definitions contains a brief description of all engine related parameters available on the scan tool. The list is in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists. In some cases, the parameter may appear more than once or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters together.

Scan Tool Output Controls

Scan Tool Output ControlAdditional Menu Selection(s)Description
Crankshaft Position Variation LearnEnables the powertrain control module (PCM) to learn the variations in the crankshaft position (CKP) system. The PCM will learn the variations once the following conditions are met: Engine coolant temperature (ECT) is more than a specified value. All instructions on the scan tool have been completed. The accelerator pedal is smoothly applied until the fuel cut-OFF, as specified on the scan tool, is achieved, and then immediately released. The PCM learns the variation values on the deceleration from fuel cut-OFF.
Cylinder Power BalanceFuel SystemEnables/Disables a cylinder by turning OFF the fuel injector to the cylinder. The fuel injector is normally enabled. The PCM disables the fuel injector when the following conditions are met: All instruction on the scan tool are completed Stabilized engine speed The fuel injector is selected When the Disable is selected the PCM turns the injector OFF for 30 seconds. During this period, the engine operates with a misfire.
RPM ControlIAC SystemActivates the idle air control (IAC) valve to change engine RPM. The normal commanded state is NONE. To enable the RPM control, all instruction on the scan tool must be completed. The system will INCREASE or DECREASE the RPM within a range of 400-2,000 RPM. The SET STEP VALUE changes the RPM by increments of 25 RPM, 100-500 RPM. The system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the tool.
EVAP Purge SolenoidEngine Output Controls/EVAP SystemActivates the evaporative emission (EVAP) purge valve. The normal commanded state is None. The system will increase or decrease the amount of EVAP purge valve opening by 10 percent increments within a range of 0-100 percent. The system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the tool or the fuel tank pressure (FTP) exceeds 32 mm Hg (17 in H20).
EVAP Purge/SealEngine Output Controls/EVAP SystemThis control enables two functions. One function increases or decreases the amount of purge by changing the duty cycle of the purge valve and commanding the vent ON, non-venting. The normal commanded state of both valves is None. The system will increase or decrease the amount of EVAP purge valve opening by 10 percent increments within a range of 0-100 percent. The second function seals the system after using the purge function to obtain a specific amount of FTP. When activated the purge valve is commanded to 0 percent and the vent valve is commanded ON, non-venting. Both functions remain in the commanded state until one of the following conditions occurs: Cancelled by the tool The FTP exceeds 32 mm Hg (17 in H20)
EVAP Vent SolenoidEngine Output Controls/EVAP SystemActivates the EVAP vent solenoid. The normal commanded state is None. When commanded ON, the vent valve switches to non-venting. The system remains in the commanded state until one of the following conditions occurs: Cancelled by the tool Purge is greater than 0 percent, and the fuel tank pressure exceeds 32 mm Hg (17 in H20)
Fuel Injector BalanceFuel SystemEnables the fuel injector in order to verify proper fuel injector flow. The PCM will pulse the selected injector when the following conditions are met: All instruction on the scan tool completed Fuel injector selected Key ON, engine OFF The selected fuel injector can only be flowed/pulsed once per ignition cycle.
Fuel PumpEngine Output ControlsControls the fuel pump relay. The normal commanded state is None. When commanded ON/OFF, the PCM turns the fuel pump ON/OFF. If the engine is running, and the fuel pump is commanded OFF, the engine will stall. The system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the scan tool.
Fuel Trim EnableFuel SystemDisables the PCMs ability to learn new fuel trim parameters. The system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the scan tool.
Fuel Trim ResetFuel SystemActivates the reset of fuel trim data in all of the fuel trim cells.
Loop StatusEngine Output ControlsControls the system loop status. The commanded states include None, Open, or Closed. The normal commanded state is None. When commanded Open or Closed, the system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the scan tool.
Malfunction Indicator LampEngine Output ControlsControls the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). The commanded states include None, ON, and OFF. When commanded ON or OFF, the system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the scan tool.
Misfire GraphGraphs the accumulated misfires occurring in each cylinder. The scan tool allows for a reset of the misfire graph.
O2S Heater ControlEngine Output ControlsActivates the HO2S Heater. The commanded states include None, ON, and OFF. The normal commanded state is None. On a cold engine, with the key ON, engine OFF, the HO2S signal will continue to drop below bias when commanded ON. The system remains in the commanded state until cancelled by the tool.

Scan Tool Output Controls

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

DTCDiagnostic ProcedureModules
P0016DTC P0016PCM
P0101DTC P0101PCM
P0102DTC P0102PCM
P0103DTC P0103PCM
P0106DTC P0106PCM
P0107DTC P0107PCM
P0108DTC P0108PCM
P0112DTC P0112PCM
P0113DTC P0113PCM
P0116DTC P0116PCM
P0117DTC P0117PCM
P0118DTC P0118PCM
P0121DTC P0121PCM
P0122DTC P0122PCM
P0123DTC P0123PCM
P0125DTC P0125PCM
P0128DTC P0128PCM
P0131DTC P0131 or P0151PCM
P0132DTC P0132 or P0152PCM
P0133DTC P0133 or P0153PCM
P0134DTC P0134 or P0154PCM
P0135DTC P0135, P0141, P0155, or P0161PCM
P0137DTC P0137 or P0157PCM
P0138DTC P0138 or P0158PCM
P0140DTC P0140 or P0160PCM
P0141DTC P0135, P0141, P0155, or P0161PCM
P0151DTC P0131 or P0151PCM
P0152DTC P0132 or P0152PCM
P0153DTC P0133 or P0153PCM
P0154DTC P0134 or P0154PCM
P0155DTC P0135, P0141, P0155, or P0161PCM
P0157DTC P0137 or P0157PCM
P0158DTC P0138 or P0158PCM
P0160DTC P0140 or P0160PCM
P0161DTC P0135, P0141, P0155, or P0161PCM
P0171DTC P0171 or P0174PCM
P0172DTC P0172 or P0175PCM
P0174DTC P0171 or P0174PCM
P0175DTC P0172 or P0175PCM
P0200DTC P0200PCM
P0218DTC P0218 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0230DTC P0230PCM
P0300DTC P0300PCM
P0315DTC P0315PCM
P0325DTC P0325PCM
P0327DTC P0327PCM
P0335DTC P0335PCM
P0336DTC P0336PCM
P0341DTC P0341PCM
P0351DTC P0351PCM
P0420DTC P0420 or P0430PCM
P0430DTC P0420 or P0430PCM
P0442DTC P0442PCM
P0443DTC P0443PCM
P0446DTC P0446PCM
P0449DTC P0449PCM
P0452DTC P0452PCM
P0453DTC P0453PCM
P0455DTC P0455PCM
P0461DTC P0461 (4.3L, 4.8L, 6.0L, 6.6L, 8.1L Engines) or DTC P0461 (5.3L Engine) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM, IPC
P0462DTC P0462 (4.3L, 4.8L, 6.0L, 6.6L, 8.1L Engines) or DTC P0462 (5.3L Engine) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM, IPC
P0463DTC P0463 (4.3L, 4.8L, 6.0L, 6.6L, 8.1L Engines) or DTC P0463 (5.3L Engine) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM, IPC
P0496DTC P0496PCM
P0500DTC P0500 in Manual Transmission - NV 3500PCM
P0502DTC P0502 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0503DTC P0503 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0506DTC P0506PCM
P0507DTC P0507PCM
P0522DTC P0522 (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.6L, 8.1L) or DTC P0522 (6.6L (LB7) Engine) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM
P0523DTC P0523 in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM
P0530DTC P0530 (LU3, LR4, LM7, LQ4 and L18) or DTC P0530 (LB7) in HVAC Systems - AutomaticPCM
P0562DTC P0562 in Engine ElectricalPCM
P0563DTC P0563 in Engine ElectricalPCM
P0601DTC P0601-P0607, P1600, P1621, P1627, P1680, P1681, P1683, or P2610PCM
P0602DTC P0601-P0607, P1600, P1621, P1627, P1680, P1681, P1683, or P2610PCM
P0604DTC P0601-P0607, P1600, P1621, P1627, P1680, P1681, P1683, or P2610PCM
P0608DTC P0608 in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM, IPC
P0609DTC C0235-C0237 or P0609 in Antilock Brake SystemPCM
P0641DTC P0641PCM
P0650DTC P0650PCM
P0651DTC P0651PCM
P0654DTC P0654 in Instrument Panel, Gages, and ConsolePCM, IPC
P0706DTC P0706 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0711DTC P0711 (M30/M32) or DTC P0711 (M33 Only) in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0712DTC P0712 (M30/M32) or DTC P0712 (M33 Only) in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0713DTC P0713 (M30/M32) or DTC P0713 (M33 Only) in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0719DTC P0719 (M30/M32) or DTC P0719 (M33 Only) in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0724DTC P0724 (M30/M32) or DTC P0724 (M33 Only) in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0740DTC P0740 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0741DTC P0741 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0742DTC P0742 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0748DTC P0748 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0751DTC P0751 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0752DTC P0752 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0753DTC P0753 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0756DTC P0756 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0757DTC P0757 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0758DTC P0758 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0785DTC P0785 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P0833DTC P0833 in Manual Transmission - NV3500PCM
P0894DTC P0894 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P1106DTC P1106PCM
P1107DTC P1107PCM
P1111DTC P1111PCM
P1112DTC P1112PCM
P1114DTC P1114PCM
P1115DTC P1115PCM
P1121DTC P1121PCM
P1122DTC P1122PCM
P1133DTC P1133 or P1153PCM
P1153DTC P1133 or P1153PCM
P1380DTC P1380PCM
P1381DTC P1381PCM
P1626DTC P1626 in Theft DeterrentPCM, VTD
P1631DTC P1631 in Theft DeterrentPCM, VTD
P1637DTC P1637 in Engine ElectricalPCM
P1638DTC P1638 in Engine ElectricalPCM
P1683DTC P0601-P0607, P1600, P1621, P1627, P1680, P1681, P1683, or P2610PCM
P1810DTC P1810 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P2761DTC P2761 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
P2771DTC P2771 in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-EPCM
U1026DTC U1001-U1254 in Data Link CommunicationsPCM
U1041DTC U1001-U1254 in Data Link CommunicationsPCM
U1050DTC U1001-U1254 in Data Link CommunicationsPCM
U1064DTC U1001-U1254 in Data Link CommunicationsPCM
U1300DTC U1001-U1254 in Data Link CommunicationsPCM
U1301DTC U1001-U1254 in Data Link CommunicationsPCM

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List