GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Instrument Cluster System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2

  1. Start the engine.
  2. Connect the Diagnostic Scan Tool.
  3. Select PCM Output Menu.

Does the scan tool indicate that the temperature reading is the same as indicated temperature range on the gauge?

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Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls 3.8L

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 4

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4

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2