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Diagnostic Aids

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If the vehicle is on an extreme angle this DTC may set.

DTC P1A87

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: Engine Cooling Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Cooling System Connector End Views 
1 Was the Engine Cooling Diagnostic System Check performed? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Cooling 
2
  1. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
  2. With a scan tool, observe the SGCM DTC list.
Is the DTC set as current DTC?		 Go to Step 3  Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
3
IMPORTANT: Perform the programming procedure for the SGCM.
Replace the SGCM. Refer to Starter/Generator Control Module (SGCM) Replacement (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2) in Engine Electrical.Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 4  -
4
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset?		 Go to Step 2  System OK
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