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Retrieving Codes

Fault codes are retrieved from powertrain control system through Data Link Connector (DLC). See Fig 1 . DLC is located under left side of instrument panel, right side of steering column. Self-diagnostic test procedures are for use with Rotunda Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS), New Generation Star (NGS) scan tool or equivalent. If a generic scan tool is used, ensure scan tool is certified to OBD-II standard. A generic scan tool may not be capable of performing all necessary test functions. Go to READING CODES  .

Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector Terminals
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