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.
Scan Tool Output Controls
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Scan Tool Output Controls
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Engine Control Module (ECM)
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| GEN L-Terminal | Engine Output Controls | The engine control module (ECM) commands the generator OFF by removing the 5-volt reference signal from the L terminal of the voltage regulator when you select OFF. The generator will then stop generating an output voltage. |
IPC
| Scan Tool Output Control | Additional Menu Selection(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lamp and Gauge Check | - | The IPC illuminates the following indicators when you select ON:
The IPC drives the following gages to maximum position when you select ON:
The indicators should stay illuminated and all gages remain at maximum until commanded OFF. When commanded off, the indicators should turn off and all gages should remain at the minimum position until the test is exited or commanded ON. |
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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.