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The Engine Scan Tool Data List contains all engine related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The list is arranged in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists, and in some cases may appear more than once, or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters together.

Use the Engine Scan Tool Data List only after the following is determined:

    • The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls is completed.
    • No diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
    • On-board diagnostics are functioning properly.

Scan tool values from a properly running engine may be used for comparison with the engine you are diagnosing. The Engine Scan Tool Data List represents values that would be seen on a normal running engine.

Important: A scan tool that displays faulty data should not be used. The scan tool problem should be reported to the manufacturer. Use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.

Only the parameters listed below are referenced in this service manual for use in diagnosis. If all values are within the typical range described below, refer to Symptoms - Engine Controls for diagnosis.

The column labeled Data List indicates where a parameter can be located on the scan tool. Refer to the scan tool operating manual for the exact locations of the data lists. The following is a description of each term listed:

All: The Parameter is in all of the data lists indicated below.

Eng 1: Engine Data 1 List

Eng 2: Engine Data 2 List

Eng 3: Engine Data 3 List

EE: Enhanced EVAP Data

FF/FR: Freeze Frame/Failure Records

FT: Fuel Trim Data List

MF: Misfire Data List

TAC: Throttle Actuated Control Data List

CC: Cruise Control Data List

Scan Tool Parameter

Data List

Parameter Range/Units

Typical Data Values

Engine Idling/Radiator Hose Hot/Closed Throttle/Park or Neutral/Closed Loop/Accessories Off

A/C High Side Pressure Sensor

Eng 2

kPa/Volts

Varies

A/C Relay Command

Eng 1, 2, 3, MF

On/Off

Off

A/C Request Signal

Eng 2

Yes/No

No

Air Flow Calculated

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, TAC, MF

g/s

Varies

Air Fuel Ratio

Eng 2, 3, FT, FF, FR

Ratio

14.7:1

APP Average

TAC

Counts

Counts

APP Indicated Angle

Eng 1, 2, EE, FT, TAC, CC

0-96%

0%

APP Sensor 1

TAC

%/Volts

0%/1.02 Volts

APP Sensor 2

TAC

%/Volts

0%/4.04 Volts

APP Sensor 1 and 2

TAC

Agree/Disagree

Agree

BARO

Eng 1, EE, FT, FF, FR

kPa

65-104 kPa/ Varies w/Altitude

Cam Phase Angle Actual

Eng 2

Degrees

Cam Phase Angle Desired

Eng 2

Degrees

Cam Phase Angle Variance

Eng 2

Degrees

Camshaft Phase Solenoid DC

Eng 2

%

0%

CKP Active Counter

Eng 2

1-250

9-250

CMP Active Counter

Eng 2

Counts

Varies

CMP Resync Counter

Eng 2

Counts

Varies

Crank Request Signal

Eng 3

Yes/No

No

Cruise Control Active

Eng 1, 3, TAC, CC

Yes/No

No

Cruise Disengage 1 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 2 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 3 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 4 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 5 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 6 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 7 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise Disengage 8 History

CC

Varies

Varies

Cruise On/Off Switch

TAC, CC

On/Off

Off

Cruise Release Clutch/TCC Pedal Switches

TAC

Engaged/Released

Released

Cruise Release Clutch/TCC Pedal Switches

Eng 1, 2, 3, TAC, CC

Engaged/Released

Released

Cruise Resume/Accel Switch

TAC, CC

On/Off

Off

Cruise Set/Coast Switch

TAC, CC

On/Off

Off

Current Gear

Eng 1, 2, FF, FR, FT

0-4

1

Cycles of Misfire Data

MF

0-100 Counts

Varies

Desired Fan Speed

Eng 2, 3

RPM

Varies

Desired Idle Speed

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, TAC, FF, FR

RPM

PCM Controlled

ECT Sensor

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, MF, FF, FR

-40° to -40°C (+151° to +303°F)

88-105°C (190-221°F) Depends on ambient temperature

Engine Load

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, MF, TAC, CC

0-100%

23-24% @ Idle

7-42% @ 2500 RPM

Engine Oil Level Switch

Eng 3

OK/Low

OK

Engine Oil Life Remaining

Eng 3

0-100%

Varies

Engine Oil Pressure Switch

Eng 3

OK/Low

OK

Engine Run Time

All

Hrs, Min, Sec

Varies

Engine Speed

All

0-10,000 RPM

500-700 RPM

Engine Torque

TAC

N-m/lb ft

16-24 N-m/11-17 lb ft

EVAP Purge Solenoid Command

Eng 1, EE, FT

0-100%

10-30%

EVAP Vent Solenoid Command

Eng 1, EE, FT

Not Venting/Venting

Venting

Fail Counter

FF, FR

Counts

Varies

Fan Speed

Eng 2, 3

RPM

PCM Controlled/Varies

Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor

Eng 1

mm/Hg / In H2O

Varies

Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor

EE

mm/Hg / In H2O/Volts

Varies

Fuel Trim Cell

Eng 1, EE, FT

0-23

16, 17, 21

Fuel Level Sensor

Eng 1

0-100 %

Varies

Fuel Pump Relay Command

Eng 1

On/Off

On

Generator F-Terminal Signal

Eng 2

Percent

Varies

Generator L-Terminal Signal Command

Eng 2

ON/OFF

OFF

HO2S 1

Eng 1, EE, FT

mV

10-1,000 mV and Varying

HO2S 2

Eng 1, FT

mV

10-1,000 mV and Varying

HO2S 1 Heater Current

FT

Amps

Varies

HO2S 2 Heater Current

FT

Amps

Varies

HO2S 1 Heater Current

FT

Amps

0.6 Amps

HO2S 2 Heater Current

FT

Amps

0.6 Amps

IAT Sensor

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT

-40 to +151°C (-40 to +303°F)

Depends on ambient temperature

Ignition 1 Signal

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, TAC, CC

0-25 volts

11.5-14.5 Volts

Injector PWM

Eng 2, FT, FF, FR, MF

Milliseconds

2-6 ms

Injector 1 Command

Eng 3

Milliseconds

2.21-2.59 ms

Injector 2 Command

Eng 3

Milliseconds

2.21-2.59 ms

Injector 3 Command

Eng 3

Milliseconds

2.21-2.59 ms

Injector 4 Command

Eng 3

Milliseconds

2.21-2.59 ms

Injector 5 Command

Eng 3

Milliseconds

2.21-2.59 ms

Injector 6 Command

Eng 3

Milliseconds

2.21-2.59 ms

Knock Retard

Eng 1

0°-16°

Long Term FT

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT

%

Near 0%

Loop Status

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, FF, FR

Open/Closed

Closed

MAP Sensor

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, TAC, MF

kPa

20-48 kPa

MAP Sensor

Eng 1, 2, 3

Volts

0.94-2.0 volts Varies with altitude

Medium Resolution Resync Counter

Eng 2

Counts

0

MIL Command

Eng 1

Off/On

Off

Misfire Current Cyl #1

MF

Varies

0

Misfire Current Cyl #2

MF

Varies

0

Misfire Current Cyl #3

MF

Varies

0

Misfire Current Cyl #4

MF

Varies

0

Misfire Current Cyl #5

MF

Varies

0

Misfire Current Cyl #6

MF

Varies

0

Misfire History Cyl #1

MF

Varies

0

Misfire History Cyl #2

MF

Varies

0

Misfire History Cyl #3

MF

Varies

0

Misfire History Cyl #4

MF

Varies

0

Misfire History Cyl #5

MF

Varies

0

Misfire History Cyl #6

MF

Varies

0

Number of DTC(s)

Eng 1, EE, FT, TAC

Varies

0

Power Enrichment

FT

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Reduced Engine Power

Eng 1, 3, TAC, CC

Active/Inactive

Inactive

Reference Voltage 1 Signal

TAC

Volts

5.03 V

Reference Voltage 2 Signal

TAC

Volts

5.03 V

Short Term FT

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT

%

Near 0%

Spark

Eng 1, 2, 3, FT, MF

Degrees

11°-20°

Start Up ECT

Eng 2, FT, FF, FR

°C/°F

Varies

Starter Relay Command

Eng 3

On/Off

Off

TCC Enable Solenoid Command

Eng 1, 2, MF, CC, FF, FR

ON/OFF

OFF

TP Desired Angle

Eng 1, 2, EE, TAC, CC

%

4.2%

TP Indicated Angle

Eng 1, 2, 3, EE, FT, TAC, MF, CC

%

4.2%

TP Sensors 1 and 2

TAC

Agree/Disagree

Agree

TP Sensor 1

TAC, FF, FR

0-100%

4%

TP Sensor 2

TAC, FF, FR

0-100%

4%

TP Sensor 1

TAC, FF, FR

0-5.0 volts

4.24 volts

TP Sensor 2

TAC, FF, FR

0-5.0 volts

0.78 volts

Traction Control Signal

TAC, CC

Active/Inactive

Inactive

TR Sw

Eng 2, 3, FT, CC

Transmission Gear Position

Varies

TWC Temperature Calculated

FT

C/F

350°C

VCM/PCM in VTD Fail Enable

Eng 3

Yes/No

No

Vehicle Speed Sensor

All

km/h

mph

0

VTD Fuel Disable

Eng 3

Active/Inactive

Inactive

VTD Password

Eng 3

Fault/OK

OK

VTD Auto. Learn Timer

Eng 3

Active/Inactive

Inactive

VTD Fuel Disable Until Ignition Off

Eng 3

Yes/No

No