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Circuit/System Verification

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  1. Ignition - On/Vehicle - In Service Mode
  2. Verify the scan tool parameter: ECT Sensor = -39 to 149°C (-38 to 300°F)
    • If not between -39 and 149°C (-38 and 300°F) 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing below

    • Go to next step: If between -39 and 149°C (-38 and 300°F) 
  3. Verify the scan tool parameter: ECT Sensor = The value should not spike or drop out.

    Perform the action while monitoring the parameter:

    • Wiggle the harness and connector: B34 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
    • Wiggle the harness and connector: X3 @ K20 Engine Control Module
    • If the value spikes or drops out 

      Repair as necessary - Wiring/Terminal(s)/Electrical Connector(s)

    • Go to next step: If the value does not spike or drop out 
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

    Verify the DTC does not set.

    • If the DTC sets 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing below

    • Go to next step: If the DTC is not set 
  5. All OK.