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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001EXPRESS 1 TON VAN V8-5.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONPOWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
2001 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R
Preliminary Information
2001 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION Preliminary Information
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is designed to maintain exhaust emission levels while maintaining excellent driveability and fuel efficiency. The PCM controls the following operations:
^ The fuel control
^ The Ignition Control (IC)
^ The Knock Sensor (KS) system
^ The automatic transmission shift functions
^ cruise control enable, if so equipped
^ The generator
^ The evaporative emissions (EVAP) purge
^ The A/C clutch control, if so equipped
^ The Secondary Air Injection (AIR), if so equipped
^ The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
^ The fuel control
^ The Ignition Control (IC)
^ The Knock Sensor (KS) system
^ The automatic transmission shift functions
^ cruise control enable, if so equipped
^ The generator
^ The evaporative emissions (EVAP) purge
^ The A/C clutch control, if so equipped
^ The Secondary Air Injection (AIR), if so equipped
^ The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.