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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004EXPRESS 1500 RWD V8-5.3L VIN TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONMONITORS, TRIPS, DRIVE CYCLES AND READINESS CODESI/M CATALYST SYSTEM SET PROCEDURE
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I/M Catalyst System Set Procedure
2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 RWD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION I/M Catalyst System Set Procedure
INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE (I/M) CATALYST SYSTEM SET PROCEDURE
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this test is to satisfy the enable criteria necessary to execute inspection/maintenance (I/M) readiness diagnostics for the catalyst system. The test may be used to set the I/M System Status indicators to YES. The I/M System Status display on the scan tool provides an indication of whether the control module has completed the required tests. The I/M System Status does not indicate that the tests have passed or failed. When all of the diagnostics for a specific system have run and passed, the I/M System Status will update to YES. If a test for a specific system has failed, the I/M System Status will update to YES, indicating a determination was made even if all of the other tests for that system have not run.
CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
- The engine load must be stable.
- DTCs P0420 and P0430 are not set.
- The barometric pressure is more than 74 kPa.
- The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between 70-120°C (158-248°F).
- The engine has been running for more than 10 minutes.
- The engine is in Closed Loop fuel control.
- The battery voltage is more than 10-18 volts.
- The intake air temperature (IAT) is between -7 and +85°C (+20 and +185°F).
- The difference between the engine speed and the desired engine speed is less than 200 RPM.
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
The control module runs a calibrated number of catalyst tests per trip until the Catalyst System Status updates to YES. If the status does not update, the test outlined in this procedure can be repeated until the I/M System Status updates to YES.
If there is an impending failure, the system may require more time to run the diagnostic than was allotted in the set procedure. If the test does not run after numerous attempts and no DTC is set, review the appropriate scan tool data list and the service information for an indication of why the test does not complete. Some tests may abort due to changes in the conditions while the test is running. For example, changes in engine load such as a cooling fan or A/C compressor clutch turning ON may cause the test to abort.
TEST
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this test is to satisfy the enable criteria necessary to execute inspection/maintenance (I/M) readiness diagnostics for the catalyst system. The test may be used to set the I/M System Status indicators to YES. The I/M System Status display on the scan tool provides an indication of whether the control module has completed the required tests. The I/M System Status does not indicate that the tests have passed or failed. When all of the diagnostics for a specific system have run and passed, the I/M System Status will update to YES. If a test for a specific system has failed, the I/M System Status will update to YES, indicating a determination was made even if all of the other tests for that system have not run.
CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
- The engine load must be stable.
- DTCs P0420 and P0430 are not set.
- The barometric pressure is more than 74 kPa.
- The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between 70-120°C (158-248°F).
- The engine has been running for more than 10 minutes.
- The engine is in Closed Loop fuel control.
- The battery voltage is more than 10-18 volts.
- The intake air temperature (IAT) is between -7 and +85°C (+20 and +185°F).
- The difference between the engine speed and the desired engine speed is less than 200 RPM.
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
The control module runs a calibrated number of catalyst tests per trip until the Catalyst System Status updates to YES. If the status does not update, the test outlined in this procedure can be repeated until the I/M System Status updates to YES.
If there is an impending failure, the system may require more time to run the diagnostic than was allotted in the set procedure. If the test does not run after numerous attempts and no DTC is set, review the appropriate scan tool data list and the service information for an indication of why the test does not complete. Some tests may abort due to changes in the conditions while the test is running. For example, changes in engine load such as a cooling fan or A/C compressor clutch turning ON may cause the test to abort.
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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.