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Conditions for Clearing the DTC

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DTC P1AC0

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 a current DTC?
Go to Step 3  Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
3
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the starter/generator control module (SGCM) coolant pump/fan relay.
  3. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  4. With a scan tool observe the SGCM DTC list.
Is the DTC set as a current DTC?
Go to Step 4  Go to Step 5 
4 Test the SGCM coolant pump/fan relay control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 6 
5
IMPORTANT: Ensure to inspect the terminals in the electrical center.
Inspect for poor connections at the connector of the SGCM coolant pump/fan relay. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 7 
6 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the SGCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 8 
7 Replace the SGCM coolant pump/fan relay. Refer to Relay Replacement (Within an Electrical Center) or Relay Replacement (Attached to Wire Harness) in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 9  -
8
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 9  -
9
  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