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Diagnostic Test

  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. With the scan tool, read Powertrain Control Module (PCM) DTCs and Freeze Frame Data and record on the repair order.
    2. Using the recorded Freeze Frame Data and the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
      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.

    3. 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 ENGINE OIL/ENGINE MECHANICAL 
    NOTE:

    The following items should be considered before determining the cause of this DTC. Failure to do so may lead to misdiagnosis.

    • LOW ENGINE OIL
    • INCORRECT ENGINE OIL FILTER (DOES NOT MEET OEM SPECIFICATIONS)
    • DETERIORATED OR DIRTY OIL
    • ENGINE OIL CONTAMINATED (i.e., coolant and/or fuel)
    • INCORRECT ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY
    • ENGINE MECHANICAL TOLERANCES OUT OF SPECIFICATION
    • ENGINE OIL PRESSURE OUT OF SPECIFICATION

    Were any problems found?

    Yes 

    No 

    • Go To  3
  3. ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (EOP) SENSOR 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the EOP Sensor harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, monitor the EOP Sensor voltage.
    5. Connect a jumper between the (K915) Sensor Ground circuit and the (G6) Oil Pressure Signal circuit.
      NOTE:

      Engine Oil Pressure voltage should change from approximately 4.9 volts to less than 0.1 volt.

      Is the voltage reading within the listed specification when the jumper is installed?

      Yes 

      • Verify that there is a good pin to terminal contact in the Sensor and Powertrain Control Module connectors. Remove the Engine Oil Pressure sensor and verify the oil passage/port is free from any blockage. If no problem(s) are found, replace the Engine Oil Pressure Sensor in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to SENSOR, OIL PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      NOTE:

      Disconnect the jumper before proceeding.

      • Go To  4
  4. CHECK THE (G6) OIL PRESSURE SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR HIGH RESISTANCE 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the PCM C2 harness connector.
    3. Measure the resistance of the (G6) Oil Pressure Signal circuit from the EOP Sensor harness connector to the PCM C2 harness connector.

      Is the resistance below 3.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go To  5

      No 

      • Repair the (G6) Oil Pressure Signal circuit for high resistance.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  5. CHECK THE (F854) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR HIGH RESISTANCE 
    1. Measure the resistance of the (F854) 5-Volt Supply circuit from the EOP Sensor harness connector to the PCM C2 harness connector.

      Is the resistance below 3.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go To  6

      No 

      • Repair the (F854) 5-Volt Supply circuit for high resistance.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  6. CHECK THE (K915) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR HIGH RESISTANCE 
    1. Measure the resistance of the (K915) Sensor Ground circuit from the EOP Sensor harness connector to the PCM C2 harness connector.

      Is the resistance below 3.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go To  7

      No 

      • Repair the (K915) Sensor Ground circuit for high resistance.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  7. CHECK RELATED PCM AND COMPONENT CONNECTIONS 
    1. Perform any Service Bulletins that apply.
    2. Disconnect all PCM 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 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.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      No