Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1) ACTIVE DTC
Crank the engine.

Ignition on, engine not running.

With a scan tool read the DTCs.

Is the DTC active at this time?

Yes
1. Go To 2).
No
1. Go To 14).
2) (F856) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT

Fig 1: Checking 5-Volt Supply Circuit Voltage
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Turn the ignition off.

Disconnect the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Ignition on, engine not running.

Measure the voltage on the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the voltage between 4.5 and 5.2 volts?

Yes
1. Go To 3).
No
1. Go To 10).
3) (K44) CMP SIGNAL CIRCUIT

Fig 2: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit
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Measure the voltage on the (K44) CMP Signal circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the voltage between 4.5 and 5.0 volts?

Yes
1. Go To 4).
No
1. Go To 7).
4) (K900) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN

Fig 3: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Ground Circuit
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Turn the ignition off.

Disconnect the PCM harness connectors.

CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install Miller Special Tool #8815 to perform diagnosis.

Measure the resistance of the (K900) Sensor ground circuit from the CMP Sensor harness connector to the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

Yes
1. Go To 5).
No
1. Repair the open in the (K900) Sensor ground circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
5) (K44) CMP SIGNAL SHORTED TO THE (F856) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT

Fig 4: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit & 5-Volt Supply Circuit
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Measure the resistance between the (K44) CMP Signal circuit and the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

Yes
1. Repair the short between the (K44) CMP Signal circuit and the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go To 6).
6) CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
NOTE: Inspect the Camshaft sprocket for damage per the Service Information. If a problem is found repair as necessary.

If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.

Repair
1. Replace the Camshaft Position Sensor.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
7) (K44) CMP SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY VOLTAGE

Fig 5: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit
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Turn the ignition off.

Disconnect the PCM harness connectors.

Ignition on, engine not running.

Measure the voltage on the (K44) CMP Signal circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the voltage above 0 volts?

Yes
1. Repair the short to battery voltage in the (K44) CMP Signal circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go To 8).
8) (K44) CMP SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN

Fig 6: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit
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Turn the ignition off.

CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install Miller Special Tool #8815 to perform diagnosis.

Measure the resistance of the (K44) CMP Signal circuit from the CMP Sensor harness connector to the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

Yes
1. Go To 9).
No
1. Repair the open in the (K44) CMP Signal circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
9) (K44) CMP SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 7: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit
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Measure the resistance between ground and the (K44) CMP Signal circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes
1. Repair the short to ground in the (K44) CMP Signal circuit
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go To 10).
10) (F856) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY VOLTAGE

Fig 8: Checking 5-Volt Supply Circuit Voltage
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Turn the ignition off.

Disconnect the PCM harness connectors.

Ignition on, engine not running.

Measure the voltage on the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the voltage above 0 volts?

Yes
1. Repair the short to battery voltage in the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go To 11).
11) (F856) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT OPEN

Fig 9: Checking 5-Volt Supply Circuit
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Turn the ignition off.

CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install Miller Special Tool #8815 to perform diagnosis.

Measure the resistance of the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit between the CMP Sensor harness connector to the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

Yes
1. Go To 12).
No
1. Repair the open in the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
12) (F856) 5-VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 10: Checking 5-Volt Supply Circuit
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Measure the resistance between ground and the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit in the CMP Sensor harness connector.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes
1. Repair the short to ground in the (F856) 5-volt Supply circuit.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go To 13).
13) PCM
NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.

Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.

Were there any problems found?

Yes
1. Repair as necessary.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.
2. Perform (NGC) POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 5. (Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .)
14) ERRATIC CMP SIGNAL

Fig 11: Checking Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit
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With a lab scope probe and the Miller special tool #6801, back probe the (K44) CMP Signal circuit in the CMP harness connector.

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 can result in personal injury or death.

Ignition on, engine not running.

Wiggle the related wire harness and lightly tap the Camshaft Position Sensor.

Observe the lab scope screen.

Allow the engine to idle.

Observe the lab scope screen.

Did the CMP Sensor generate any erratic pulses?

Yes
1. Replace the Camshaft Position Sensor.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go To 15).
15) ERRATIC CKP SIGNAL

Fig 12: Checking Crankshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit
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Turn the ignition off.

With a lab scope probe and the Miller special tool #6801, backprobe the (K24) CKP Signal circuit in the CKP harness connector.

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 can result in personal injury or death.

Ignition on, engine not running.

Wiggle the related wire harness and lightly tap on the Crankshaft Position Sensor.

Observe the lab scope screen.

Allow the engine to idle.

Observe the lab scope screen.

Did the CKP Sensor generate any erratic pulses?

Yes
1. Replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Test Complete.