Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Panel Cluster

A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster:

A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster (Part 1 Of 2):

A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster (Part 2 Of 2):

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Diagnostic System Check is an organized approach to identify problems associated with the IPC. This check must be the starting point for any IPC complaint, and will direct you to the next logical step in diagnosing the complaint. The IPC is a very reliable component and is not likely the cause of the malfunction. Most system complaints are linked to faulty wiring and connectors, and occasionally to components. Understanding the computer system and using the tables correctly will reduce diagnostic time and prevent unnecessary parts replacement.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
^ The following conditions may result in an intermittent operation of the IPC with no DTC stored:
- Any condition which results in the interruption of power to the IPC
- Out of range battery or ignition voltage

Specification
Normal IPC operating voltage: 9.0-16.0 V

- A loose or damaged ground(s)
- An open or shorted serial data line
^ An intermittent failure in the electronic system may be very difficult to detect and to accurately diagnose. The IPC test for different malfunctions under different vehicle conditions. For this reason, a thorough test drive is often needed in order to repeat a malfunction. If the system malfunction is not repeated during the test drive, a good description of the complaint may be very useful in locating an intermittent malfunction. Faulty electrical connections or wiring causes most intermittent problems. When an intermittent condition is suspected, check the suspected circuits for the following conditions:
- Poor mating of connector halves or backed out terminals
- Improperly formed or damaged terminals
- Wire chafing
- Poor wire to terminal connections
- Dirty or corroded terminals
- Damage to connector bodies
^ If the IPC displays history communication DTCs (DTCs with the letter U as a prefix), always clear these DTC first and check if they reset before preforming any diagnosis on the IPC. These communication DTC do not necessarily indicate an IPC malfunction, but may set under various conditions.
^ The IPC will display a combination of the following messages If the IPC cannot communicate properly on the serial data line:
- SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
- SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
- ENGINE PROTECTED REDUCE ENGINE RPM
- LOW FUEL
- LOW TIRE PRESSURE
^ Use the J 35616-A whenever a diagnostic procedure requests probing or checking a terminal. Using this adapter will ensure that no damage to the terminal will occur, and will give an idea of whether contact tension is sufficient.
^ If the DTC is a history DTC, the problem may be intermittent. Perform the tests shown while moving related wiring and connectors. This can often cause the malfunction to occur. Perform a thorough inspection of all related wiring and connectors pertaining to the history DTC stored. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis. Testing and Inspection

TEST DESCRIPTION
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:
1. This test determines if communications can be established with the IPC.
2. This test checks for communication DTCs stored in the IPC (communication DTCs begin with the letter U). Communication DTCs must be diagnosed and corrected first before diagnosing any other DTCs.
3. This test checks for stored IPC DTCs.
4. This test determines whether communications can be established with other systems connected to the same serial data line.
5. This test determines if any warning message are displayed on the IPC.
6. This test determines if the indicators are functioning properly. Refer to Indicator System Check. System Check - Indicator
7. This test determines if the chimes are functioning properly. Refer to A Diagnostic System Check - Audible Warnings. Diagnostic System Check - Audio Warnings
8. This test determines if the gauges are functioning properly. Refer to Gauge System Check. System Check - Gauge
9. This test determines if the head-up display is functioning properly. Refer to Head Up Display (HUD) System Check. System Check - Head Up Display (HUD)
10. This test checks for any open IPC power fuses.
11. This test checks the IPC power circuit. If the test light does not turn ON, there is an open in the IPC power circuit.
12. This test checks the IPC ground circuit. If the test light does not turn ON, there is an open in the IPC ground circuit.
13. This test determines if an open is present in the serial data line between the IPC and the DLC terminal 2 (CKT 1036).