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Pinpoint Test

  1. CHECK FOR Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
    1. Ignition ON.
    2. Using a scan tool, carry out the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) self-test.
      • Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)? 
      1. Yes:  REFER to DTC CHART: INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) .
      2. No:  GO to on page 2.
  2. CHECK THE MESSAGE CENTER TRACTION CONTROL SELECTION
    1. Using the message center buttons, configure the traction control on and then off again. Refer to the Owner's Manual.
      • Does the TRACTION CONTROL selection change when configured to on and off? 
      1. Yes:  GO to on page 2.
      2. No:  REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE AD .
  3. CHECK THE STABILITY/TRACTION CONTROL DISABLED INDICATOR (SLIDING CAR OFF ICON)
    1. Using the message center buttons, configure the traction control on and then off again. Refer to the Owner's Manual.
      • Does the sliding car OFF icon illuminate when the traction control is turned off? 
      1. Yes:  The system is operating correctly at this time. TEST the system for normal operation.
      2. No:  REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE O .