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Description & Operation

Vehicle has 2 module communications networks. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is connected to the multiplex communications network through a pair of twisted wires or BUS. The BUS network is also referred to as Standard Corporate Protocol (SCP). The BUS consists of a (+) circuit No. 131 and a (-) circuit No. 132. The air bag diagnostic monitor and all other optional modules (Remote Anti-Theft Personality (RAP) module and Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module) are connected to the International Standards Organization (ISO) 9141 diagnostic communications network through a single wire (circuit No. 529). Both networks are connected to the Data Link Connector (DLC). This article is used to diagnose BUS and ISO communications network circuit faults. For module locations, see COMPONENT LOCATIONS table.

COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Component Location
Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor (1) Under Front Of Center Console
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Module Under Front Passenger's Seat
Data Link Connector (DLC) Below Driver's Side Of Instrument Panel, To Left Of Steering Column
Remote Anti-Theft Personality (RAP) Module (2)
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Under Center Console
(1) Air bag diagnostic monitor may also be referred to as Electronic Crash Sensor (ECS) module.
(2) On coupe and sedans, RAP module is behind right rear quarter panel. On station wagons, RAP module is behind left rear quarter panel.