How does the ECM work on a Pontiac G6?

How does the ECM work on a Pontiac G6?

The ECM receives the message from the BCM, and also receives a serial data message from the transmission control module (TCM) containing the shift lever position. If the shift lever is in Park or Neutral when ignition switch is turned to Start, the ECM supplies voltage to the START Relay 31.

What to do if your G6 wont start?

Re: I got a 09 pontiac g6 wont start.there is no crank no… You have know idea how the starting system works , an with the engine light on your best bet would be to have it towed to a qualified repair shop .

Why is the crank on my Pontiac G6 not working?

When the ignition switch is turned to the Start position, the body control module (BCM) receives battery voltage on the ignition 1 voltage circuit, and less than 5 volts on the off/run/crank voltage circuit. The BCM supplies voltage to energize the RUN/CRANK Relay 32.

Where does the GMLAN key go on a Pontiac G6?

The BCM sends a high speed GMLAN serial data message to the engine control module (ECM) that the key is in the start position. The ECM receives the message from the BCM, and also receives a serial data message from the transmission control module (TCM) containing the shift lever position.

Why does my Pontiac G6 say lost communication?

Borrowed a diagnostic tool from a friend and it showed the following… lost communication with engine control module/powertrain control module “A”. Also want to add that battery shows only 9 volts at terminals + neg. cable is a bit loose connecting to battery. Will a low battery cause this lost communication thing?

The ECM receives the message from the BCM, and also receives a serial data message from the transmission control module (TCM) containing the shift lever position. If the shift lever is in Park or Neutral when ignition switch is turned to Start, the ECM supplies voltage to the START Relay 31.

Why does my Pontiac G6 say no start?

Before beginning to deep dive into any diagnostics first (If equipped) check the VCIM module (Onstar) connector C3 (Black) to be sure that it has been fully seated. This connector has been increasingly showing up as the root cause for loss of HIGH speed LAN concerns. Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step.

The BCM sends a high speed GMLAN serial data message to the engine control module (ECM) that the key is in the start position. The ECM receives the message from the BCM, and also receives a serial data message from the transmission control module (TCM) containing the shift lever position.