Monte Carlo V6-204 3.4L DOHC VIN X SFI (1996)
Serial Data: Description and Operation
Serial Data Communications
DESCRIPTION
The PCM uses the serial data line (CKT 800) to communicate with various other components and systems within the vehicle. If the PCM does not
receive data from the Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module (EBTCM), the PCM will store DTC P1573 indicating loss of communication with
the ABS/TCS system.
The PCM also receives rough road information from the EBTCM / EBCM on the serial data circuit (CKT 800). The PCM uses the rough road
information to enhance the misfire diagnostic by detecting crankshaft speed variations caused by driving on rough road surfaces. This allows false
misfire information to be rejected. The EBTCM / EBCM calculates rough road information by monitoring the ABS wheel speed sensors. If a fault occurs
which causes the PCM to not receive rough road information while a misfire DTC is requesting the MIL, DTC P1381 will set.
Under certain conditions, the PCM has the ability to request the EBTCM to shut OFF traction control via serial data (CKT 800). The following DTCs
will cause traction control to be disabled, an ABS/TCS DTC to be set, and the Traction OFF lamp to be illuminated:
DTC P0101 - Mass Air Flow System Performance
DTC P0102 - Mass Air Flow Sensor Circuit Low Frequency
DTC P0103 - Mass Air Flow Sensor Circuit High Frequency
DTC P0171 - Fuel Trim System Lean
DTC P0172 - Fuel Trim System Rich
DTC P0300 - Engine Misfire Detected
DTC P0336 - 18x Reference Signal Circuit
DTC P0341 - Camshaft Position Sensor Performance
DTC P1200 - Injector Control Circuit
DTC P1374 - 3X Reference Circuit
