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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006IMPALA V6-3.5L VIN K FLEX FUELREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESSCAN TOOL DATA DEFINITIONS
2006 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.5L VIN K Flex Fuel
Scan Tool Data Definitions
2006 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.5L VIN K Flex FuelSECTION Scan Tool Data Definitions
SCAN TOOL DATA DEFINITIONS
The SIR scan tool data definitions contain a brief description of all SIR related parameters available on the scan tool. The parameters that are available on the scan tool are listed below in alphabetical order.
Battery Voltage: The scan tool displays 0-20 volts. This is the system voltage measured by the SDM between the battery input and ground.
Driver Seat Belt Switch : The scan tool displays whether the driver seat belt is buckled or unbuckled.
Passenger Seat Belt Switch : The scan tool displays whether the passenger seat belt is buckled or unbuckled.
PPS Type : The scan tool displays if there is a passenger airbag suppression device used on this vehicle and if so, whether it is has an automatic, manual key switch or both.
Primary Key Status : The scan tool displays if there is a passenger airbag suppression device used on this vehicle and if so, whether it is has an automatic, manual key switch or both.
Received Primary Key : The scan tool displays what the BCM is sending out as the primary key. The SDM then compares it to what it has stored. This should match the SDM Primary Key.
Received VIN Digits 2-5 : The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 2 though 5 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.
Received VIN Digits 6-7 : The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 6 and 7 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.
Run/Crank : The scan tool displays what the current power mode of the SDM.
SDM Primary Key : The scan tool displays primary key that the SDM has stored to memory.
Secondary Key Status : The scan tool displays whether the Secondary Key is valid or invalid. This determines if the VIN stored in SDM memory matches what is stored in the BCM.
SIR Warning Indicator: The scan tool displays whether the SIR warning indicator has been requested ON or OFF.
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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.