DIC Code Clear
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DIC Code Clear
Hi all! New 2006 C-6 owner with no owners manual. (in process) I have a "High Oil Temp" stored in the DIC, car cold. Is there an way to clear this and then troubleshoot the problem?
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Link to get a free electronic copy of your C6 owner's manual
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in order to diagnose the problem, you will need a Tech 2 or the VX Diag clone.
The VX Diag clone is a real chore to get working. Took me three months to get the computer setup so it would communicate with the car. GM has stopped using the .dll file that makes it work.
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Some messages can be acknowledged and removed from the display by pressing the reset button. I’d try that first. If the message disappears but then comes back it would suggest that the oil temp sensor is bad.
You can display the oil temp on the DIC. What temp is displayed when you get this message?
You can display the oil temp on the DIC. What temp is displayed when you get this message?
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There is a great you tube video that details the set up instructions to a tee.
It's a must have for any GM owner that does any work on his vehicles.
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I just purchased a GM Nano and had it set up on my old cheap laptop and then used it to pair 2 Nav units in less than 1 hour. Works flawlessly.
There is a great you tube video that details the set up instructions to a tee.
It's a must have for any GM owner that does any work on his vehicles.
There is a great you tube video that details the set up instructions to a tee.
It's a must have for any GM owner that does any work on his vehicles.
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Get yourself an OBD tool. Worth the investment if you do any kind of work yourself....especially on an older car.
Minimum: OBD code reader-reads and erases DTC codes $20
Good: CAN-enabled OBD scan tools- read/erase with usually a description of the code...plus some live data capabilities $40
Better: OBD scan tool with ability to read SRS (airbag) and ABS (brake/traction) DTC codes $100
Best: Tech 2 or equivalent. Specific for GM cars. As above plus much more including ability to test and command the multitude of modules in a C6 Mine was $250...NANOs are less
I own one of each of these. Started out simple and moved up. Better to start with a good one.
Minimum: OBD code reader-reads and erases DTC codes $20
Good: CAN-enabled OBD scan tools- read/erase with usually a description of the code...plus some live data capabilities $40
Better: OBD scan tool with ability to read SRS (airbag) and ABS (brake/traction) DTC codes $100
Best: Tech 2 or equivalent. Specific for GM cars. As above plus much more including ability to test and command the multitude of modules in a C6 Mine was $250...NANOs are less
I own one of each of these. Started out simple and moved up. Better to start with a good one.
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No OBDII codes or check engine light. Scrolling through the DIC window it say's high oil temp. I just received a new sender this afternoon, installing it tomorrow. Will let you know.
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So I dug into it again today before I replaced the sensor. Previous owner had started a HUD install so I thought I would double check the wiring. Incorrect wire to the High Oil Temp wire. Fixed that and now the DIC says check oil level & low oil temp so I might be back to R&R the sensor. HUD is a sweet add-on, still trying to figure it out. Will not come on in the the bright sun, works in the garage. Any ideas? Thanks!
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