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Engine Controls (Diagnostic Information & Procedures) -- 2.2L (L61): Overview Saturn VUE I

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The Diagnostic System Check is an organized approach to identifying a condition created by or affecting the electronic engine control system. The Diagnostic System Check must be the starting point for any driveability concern. The Diagnostic System Check directs the service technician to the next logical step in diagnosing the concern. Understanding the table and using the table correctly reduces diagnostic time and prevents the replacement of good parts.

StepActionYesNo
1Perform the following preliminary inspections: Ensure that the battery is fully charged. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test (Side Terminal Battery) Battery Inspection/Test (Top Post Terminal Battery) in Engine Electrical. Ensure that the battery cables are clean and tight. Inspect the easily accessible systems or the visible system components for obvious damage or conditions that could cause the symptom. Refer to Strategy Based Diagnosis in General Information. Ensure that the engine and control module grounds are clean, tight, and in the correct location. Inspect for aftermarket devices that could affect the operation of the system. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?System OKGo to Step 2
2Install a scan tool. Turn ON the scan tool. Does the scan tool turn ON?Go to Step 3Go to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up in Data Link Communications
3Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Attempt to establish communication with the listed control modules. If you are using a Tech 2, obtain the information using the Class 2 Message Monitor feature: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Engine control module (ECM) Electronic brake control module (EBCM) Body control module (BCM) Does the scan tool communicate with all the listed modules?Go to Step 4Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device in Data Link Communications
4Attempt to start the engine. Does the engine crank?Go to Step 5Go to Symptoms - Engine Electrical in Engine Electrical
5Does the engine start and run?Go to Step 6Go to Symptoms - Engine Controls
6IMPORTANT: Do NOT clear the DTCs unless instructed by a diagnostic procedure. Select the DTC display function for the following control modules and record the DTCs: IP ECM EBCM BCM If there are any powertrain DTCs, select Capture Info to store the powertrain DTC information with a scan tool. Component level DTCs-For example, sensor DTCs, solenoid DTCs, and relay DTCs Begin with the lowest number DTC unless the diagnostic table directs you otherwise. System level DTCs-For example, misfire DTCs, EVAP system DTCs, fuel trim DTCs, and system voltage DTCs Does the scan tool display any DTCs which begin with a "U"?Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Data CommunicationsGo to Step 7
7Does the scan tool display DTC P0601, P0602, P0604, P0606, or P2610?Go to DTC P0601-P0607, P1600, P1621, P1627, P1680, P1681, P1683, or P2610Go to Step 8
8Does the scan tool display DTC P0562 or P0563?Go to DTC P0562 and DTC P0563 in Engine ElectricalGo to Step 9
9IMPORTANT: DO NOT clear the DTCs unless instructed by a diagnostic procedure. Review the Captured Info. If multiple powertrain DTCs are stored, diagnose the DTCs in the following order: Component level DTCs-For example, sensor DTCs, solenoid DTCs, and relay DTCs. Begin with the lowest number DTC unless the diagnostic table directs you otherwise. System level DTCs-For example, misfire DTCs, EVAP system DTCs, fuel trim DTCs, and system voltage DTCs. Search for applicable service bulletins. Does the scan tool display any DTCs?Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List for applicable diagnostic procedureGo to Step 10
10Is the customers concern with the automatic transmission?Go to Diagnostic System Check - Automatic Transmission in Automatic Transaxle 5AT/VT25-EGo to Step 11
11Is the customer's concern with Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing?Go to Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) System CheckGo to Step 12
12Are there any driveability symptoms observed?Go to Symptoms - Engine ControlsSystem OK
IMPORTANT
Do NOT clear the DTCs unless instructed by a diagnostic procedure.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT clear the DTCs unless instructed by a diagnostic procedure.

Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls