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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedures.

  1. 2

    During normal operation, the PCM uses the angle mode in order to determine engine position. In order to operate in this mode, the PCM must receive valid input from both CKP sensors. If the PCM detects a loss of CKP sensor "A" signal, the PCM switches to a Time "B" Mode using CKP sensor "B" input in order to determine engine position. If the PCM detects a loss of CKP sensor "B", the PCM switches to a Time "A" Mode using CKP sensor "A" input in order to determine engine position. If the PCM detects a loss of CKP sensor "A" signal DTC P0335 will set. DTC P0386 will only set if a problem with CKP sensor "B" occurs while in Time "B" Mode. DTC P0335 must be diagnosed first.

  2. 6

    To properly verify any repair to CKP sensor "A" harnesses/connectors, the system must be commanded to operate in Time "B" mode. This forces the PCM to use CKP sensor "B" to determine engine position. If the system is functioning normally, DTC P0386 should not reset.
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