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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. Start the engine.
    2. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
    3. Test drive or operate the vehicle in accordance with the when monitored and set conditions.
    4. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

  2. CHECK THE (K242) KS 2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Knock Sensor 2 harness connector.
    3. Disconnect the PCM-2 C2 harness connector.
    4. Turn the ignition on.
    5. Measure the voltage on the (K242) KS 2 Signal circuit at the Knock Sensor 2 harness connector.

      Is the voltage above 5.2 volts?

      Yes 

      • Repair the (K242) KS 2 Signal circuit for a short to voltage.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Go To  3
  3. CHECK THE (K924) KNOCK SENSOR RETURN CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE 
    1. Measure the voltage on the (K924) KS 2 Return circuit at the Knock Sensor 2 harness connector.

      Is the voltage above 5.2 volts?

      Yes 

      • Go To  4

      No 

      • Repair the (K924) KS 2 Return circuit for a short to voltage.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  4. REPLACE THE KNOCK SENSOR AND RETEST FOR DTCS 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact at the Knock Sensor and the Powertrain Control Module harness connectors.
    3. If no problems were found in the connectors, replace the Knock Sensor 2. Refer to SENSOR, KNOCK, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
    4. Connect the Powertrain Control Module 2 (PCM-2) harness connector.
    5. Turn the ignition on.
    6. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    7. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
      WARNING:

      When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

      NOTE:

      It may be necessary to test drive the vehicle within the DTC monitoring conditions in order for this DTC to reset.

    8. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      • Go To  5

      No 

  5. CHECK RELATED PCM AND COMPONENT CONNECTIONS 
    1. Perform any Service Bulletins that apply.
    2. Disconnect all PCM-2 harness connectors.
    3. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
    4. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
    5. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
      • Proper connector installation.
      • Damaged connector locks.
      • Corrosion.
      • Other signs of water intrusion.
      • Weather seal damage (if equipped).
      • Bent terminals.
      • Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
      • Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
      • Check for spread terminals and verify proper terminal tension.

      Repair any conditions that are found.

    6. Reconnect all PCM-2 harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    7. Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    8. Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    9. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    10. Test drive or operate the vehicle in accordance with the when monitored and set conditions.
    11. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      No