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Scan Tool Data List Except Holden

The Engine Control Module Scan Tool Data List contains all ECM 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 Control Module Scan Tool Data List only after the following is determined:

    • The Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle is completed.
    • No diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are present.
    • The 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 Control Module Scan Tool Data List represents values that would be seen on a normal running engine.

Important: A 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.

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:

All: The parameter is in all of the data lists indicated below.

Eng: Engine Data List

CH: Cooling/HVAC Data List

CC: Cruise Control Data List

EGR: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Data List

ET: Electrical/Theft Data List

EA: Exhaust Aftertreatment Data List

Fuel: Fuel Data List

Induction: Induction Data List

Scan Tool Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Units Displayed

Typical Data Value

Operating Conditions: Engine Idling/Lower Radiator Hose Hot/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Accessories Off

5 Volt Reference 1, Reference 2, or Reference 3 Circuit Status

CH, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

OK/Fault

OK

A/C Disengage Reason

CH

Accel Rate/Acceleration/Coolant Temp/High Pressure/Invalid/Low Pressure/System Voltage

Invalid

A/C Refrigerant Pressure

CH

kPa/PSI

Varies

A/C Refrigerant Pressure

CH

Volts

Varies

A/C Relay Command

Eng, CH, EGR, Induction

ON/OFF

Off

A/C Request Signal

CH

Yes/No

No

A/C High Side Press. SW

CH

Normal/High Pressure

Normal

Alternator L Terminal

ET

ON/OFF

ON

Ambient Air Temperature Calculated

Eng

°C/°F

Varies

APP at Idle

Induction

No/Yes

Yes

APP Sensor 1 or Sensor 2

Induction

Volts

Varies

APP Sensor 1 or Sensor 2 Indicated

Eng, CC, EGR, ET, EA, Fuel, Induction

%

Varies

APP Sensors

ET

%

Varies

Auto Learn Counter

ET

Counts

Varies

Aux Htr. Relay 1 Command

CH

ON/OFF

OFF

Aux Htr. Relay 2 and 3 Command

CH

ON/OFF

OFF

Aux Heater Request

CH

ON/OFF

OFF

BARO

Eng, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

kPa

Varies

BARO

Induction

Volts

Varies

Battery Voltage

All

Volts

Varies

Boost Pressure Sensor

Eng, Induction

kPa/PSI

Varies

Boost Pressure Sensor

Induction

Volts

Varies

Calculated Mass Air Flow

Induction

Grams/second

Varies

Clutch Pedal Switch (If Equipped)

CC, ET

Released/Applied

Applied

Cruise Control Active

Eng, CC

Yes/No

No

Cruise Disengage 1-6 History

CC

Reason

Varies

Cruise ON/OFF Switch

CC

ON/OFF

OFF

Cruise Release Brake Pedal Switch

Eng, CC, ET

Released/Applied

Released

Cruise Resume/Accel. Switch

CC

ON/OFF

OFF

Cruise Set/Coast Switch

CC

ON/OFF

OFF

Cylinder Air

Induction

mg/stk

Varies

Desired Boost

Induction

kPa

Varies

Desired Cylinder Air

Induction

mg/stk

Varies

Desired Fuel Rail Pressure

Fuel

kPa/PSI

Varies

Desired Idle Speed

Eng, CC, EA, Fuel, Induction

RPM

700-800

Distance Since Last DPF Regeneration

EA

Miles/Km

Varies

Distance Since DPF Indicator ON without Regeneration

EA

Miles/Km

Varies

DPF Flow Calculated

EA

Liters/Hour

Varies

DPF Indicator Command

EA

ON/OFF

OFF

DPF Regen Command

EA

Counts

Varies

DPF Regen Flow Resistance

EA

  

DPF Regeneration Inhibit

EA

Yes/No

No

DPF Regen Interrupted

EA

Yes/No

No

DPF Soot Mass

EA

Grams

Varies

ECM Authentication Status

ET

Valid/Invalid

Valid

ECM Challenge Status

ET

Valid/Invalid

Invalid

ECM Response Source

ET

Normal/Remote Start

Normal

ECT Sensor

All

°C/°F

Varies

ECT Sensor

ET

Volts

Varies

EGR Position Command

EGR, Induction

%

Varies

EGR Solenoid Command

Eng, EGR, Fuel

ON/OFF

OFF

EGT Sensor 1 or Sensor 2

Eng, EA, Induction

°C/°F

Varies

EGT Sensor 1 or Sensor 2

EA

Volts

Varies

Engine Load

Eng, CH, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

%

Varies

Engine Oil Level Switch

Eng, CC, ET,

OK/Low

OK

Engine Oil Pressure Switch

Eng, ET

OK/Low

OK

Engine Run Time

Eng , CH, CC, EGR, Fuel, Induction

Hrs/Mins/Sec

Varies with engine run time

Engine Speed

All

RPM

+/-50 RPM from desired

Fan Control 1, Control 2, or Control 3 Command

CH

ON/OFF

OFF

Fuel Heater Command

Fuel

ON/OFF

OFF

Fuel Level

Eng, EA, Fuel

%

Varies

Fuel Level Sensor Left Tank or Fuel Level Sensor Right Tank

Fuel

Volts

Varies

Fuel Pressure Regulator 1

Eng, Fuel

mA

1330

Fuel Pressure Regulator 2

Eng, Fuel

mA

525

Fuel Pressure Regulator 2 Command

Eng, Fuel

%

20%

Fuel Pump Command

Eng, Fuel

%

34%

Fuel Pump Relay

Eng, Fuel

ON/OFF

ON

Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor

Eng, Fuel

kPa/PSI

Varies

Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor

Fuel

Volts

Varies

Fuel Temperature Sensor

Eng, Fuel

°C/°F

Varies

Fuel Temperature Sensor

Fuel

Volts

Varies

GEN F Terminal Signal

ET

%

Varies

Glow Plug

Induction

%

Varies

Glow Plug Command

Eng, Induction

ON/OFF

OFF

Glow Plug Lamp Command

Induction

ON/OFF

OFF

IA Flow Valve Motor Command

EA, EGR, Induction

%

Varies

IAT Sensor 1 or Sensor 2

Eng, CH, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

-39 to +140°C (-38 to +294°F)

Varies

Ignition 0

Eng, ET

Active/Inactive

Active

Ignition 1

Eng , CH, CC, ET, Fuel, Induction

Active/Inactive

Active

Immobilizer Programmed

ET

Yes/No

Yes

Immobilizer State

ET

Incorrect/No Comm/Negative/Post Release/Pre Release/Standby/Start Disable/Released

Released

MAF Sensor

Eng, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

g/s

5-7

Main Injection Fuel Ratio

Eng, Fuel

mm³

Varies

Main Injection Timing

Eng, Fuel

Degrees

0 ± 3 degrees

MAP Sensor

Eng, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

kPa

Near BARO

MIL Command

Eng, EA, Fuel

ON/OFF

OFF

Particulate Filter Pressure Variance

EA

kPa/PSI

Varies

Particulate Filter Pressure Variance

EA

Volts

Varies

Pilot Injection Trim Average

Fuel

microseconds

Varies

Pilot Injection Trim Cyls 1-4

Fuel

microseconds

Varies

PNP Switch (If Equipped)

Eng, ET

Park/ Net/ In Gear

Varies

Security Code Programmed

ET

Yes/No

Yes

Starter Relay Command

ET

ON/OFF

OFF

Stoplamp Pedal Switch

CC, ET

Applied/Released

Released

TC Vane Pos. Ctrl. Solenoid

Eng, Induction

%

Varies

Throttle Position

Eng, CC, EGR, EA, Fuel, Induction

%

Varies

Vehicle Speed

All

km/h/mph

0 km/h (0 mph)

VTD Password Learn Enabled

ET

Yes/No

No

VTD security Code Accepted

ET

Yes/No

No

VTD security Code Lockout

ET

Active/Inactive

Active

Water In Fuel

Fuel

ON/OFF

OFF