Safety Warning
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 DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGTESTING 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
Battery Voltage Signal: The scan tool displays 0-20 Volts. The scan tool displays the voltage as received by the Module or the 72-08 battery voltage message from the BCM over class 2 lines.
Crank Request Signal: The scan tool displays Yes/No. The scan tool displays No until the ignition is placed into the START position then Yes is displayed.
GEN F-Terminal Signal: The scan tool displays 0%-100%. The scan tool displays 0%-10% until the engine is started and the ECM receives a signal from the generator then OK is displayed.
GEN L-Terminal Signal Command: The scan tool displays On/Off. The scan tool displays Off until the engine is running, then the ECM supplies the percentage value varies depending on electrical loads
Ignition 1 Signal: The scan tool displays 0-20 Volts. The scan tool displays the voltage as received on the Ignition 1 circuit to the ECM.
IMS: The scan tool displays Park, Park/Reverse, Reverse, Reverse/Neutral, Neutral, Neutral/Drive 4, Drive 4, Drive 4/Drive 3, Drive 3, Drive 3/Drive 2, Drive 2, Drive 2/Drive 1, Drive 1, INVALID, and OPEN. The scan tool displays the physical position of the Internal Mode Switch (IMS) of the transmission.
Starter Relay Command: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. The scan tool displays Off until engine start has been requested, then it reads On.
Starter Relay Control Circuit : The scan tool displays Fault/OK/Invalid State. The scan tool displays Fault until the starter relay control circuit is grounded then OK is displayed.
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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.