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Information Bus: Description and Operation

The Data Link Connector (DLC) contains the following components:
^ The UART serial data line (circuit 800) which allows a scan tool to communicate with the following modules for diagnostic and testing purposes:
^ The Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
^ The Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBTCM) (if equipped with ABS)
^ The trip calculator (if equipped)
^ The heater-A/C control module (if equipped with auto A/C)
^ The Class 2 serial data line (circuit 1807) which allows a scan tool to communicate with the PCM and inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module for diagnostic and testing purposes
^ The Entertainment and Comfort (E & C) serial data line (circuit 835) which allows for the following functions:
^ The communication of data among the following components:
^ The radio
^ The multi-disc CD player
^ The head-up display
^ The scan tool to communicate with the following modules for diagnostic and testing purposes:
^ The unswitched voltage (B+) (circuit 440)
^ Ground (circuit 1550)