Home›Repair guides›General Motors›Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes - Scan Tool

General Motors — Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes - Scan Tool

Testing & diagnosis · ECM / Diagnostic System

From a General Motors service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Before you start

  • When clearing DTC's with a scan tool, the ignition must be cycled to the OFF position or the DTC's will not clear

Procedure

  1. Install scan tool
  2. Start engine
  3. Select "Clear DTC's" function
  4. Clear DTC's
  5. Turn ignition OFF for at least 20 seconds
  6. Turn ignition ON and read DTC's; if still present, repeat procedure from step 2

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Source: General Motors service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

More General Motors repair guides →