Data Link Connector Diagnosis. Buick Skylark 1996

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1996 🢒 Skylark 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.1L 🢒 Data Link Connector Diagnosis

Refer to

DLC, Instrument Panel, Engine Compartment Fuse Center

Engine Controls Components
Powertrain Control Module Controlled Warning Lamps
Knock Sensor, Camshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Ignition Control Module
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The Class 2 serial data circuit to the DLC allows bi-directional communication between the PCM and the scan tool. If communication between the scan tool and the PCM cannot be established, the procedure in Data Link Connector Diagnosis should be used to diagnose the condition.

Diagnostic Aids

Check the following items:

•	For the PCM to establish communication with the scan tool, system voltage must be between 9.0 and 16.0V. If system voltage is not within this range, refer to Charging System section 6D3 for diagnosis.

•	Ensure that the correct application (model year, carline, VIN code) has been selected on the scan tool; if communication still cannot be established try the scan tool on another vehicle to ensure that the scan tool, Vehicle Interface Module, or cables are not the cause of the condition.

•

An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation or a wire broken inside the insulation. Check for poor connections or a damaged harness. Inspect the PCM harness and connectors for improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, poor terminal to wire connection, and damaged harness.

Test Description

Number(s) below refer to the Step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table:

This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is being replaced, the new PCM must be programmed. Refer to PCM Replacement and Programming Procedures in Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Sensors.

DLC Diagnosis

Step	Action	Value(s)	Yes	No
1	Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic System Check performed?	--	Go to Step 2	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check
2	Ignition ON, engine OFF. Connect a test light between the DLC battery feed and ground circuits.(Terminals 4 and 5) Is the test light ON?	--	Go to Step 4	Go to Step 3
3	Probe the DLC battery feed circuit with a test light to chassis ground. Is the test light ON?	--	Go to Step 9	Go to Step 10
4	Ignition ON, engine OFF. Probe the Class 2 serial data circuit at the DLC with a DVM to ground. Does the voltage measure the specified value?	0V	Go to Step 5	Go to Step 7
5	Ignition OFF, disconnect the PCM. Ignition ON, engine OFF. Probe the Class 2 serial data circuit at the DLC with a DVM connected to B+. Does the voltage measure the specified value?	0V	Go to Step 6	Go to Step 8
6	Check the Class 2 serial data circuit for an open between the DLC and the PCM If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check	Go to Step 11
7	Check the Class 2 serial data circuit for a short to voltage. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check	Go to Step 11
8	Locate and repair short to ground in the Class 2 serial data circuit. Is action complete?	--	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check	--
9	Locate and repair open in the DLC ground circuit(s)(Terminal 4 or 5) Is action complete?	--	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check	--
10	Locate and repair open or short to ground in the DLC battery feed circuit. Is action complete?	--	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check	--
11	Replace the PCM. Important: Replacement PCM must be programmed. Refer to PCM Replacement/Programming. Is action complete?	--	Go to Powertrain OBD System Check	--