Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Vehicle OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B203 engine coolant radiator temperature sensor.
- Vehicle OFF, all systems OFF. This may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down. Test for less than 5 Ω between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 engine control module.
- Vehicle ON, verify the scan tool Radiator Coolant Temperature Sensor parameter is at -40°C (-40°F).
- If warmer than the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal 1 for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 engine control module.
- Install a 1 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference circuit terminal 2. Verify the scan tool Radiator Coolant Temperature Sensor parameter is at 140°C (284°F).
- If less than specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 engine control module.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the B203 engine coolant radiator temperature sensor.
NOTE:
If the fuse in the jumper wire opens, the signal circuit is shorted to a voltage and the sensor may be damaged.