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Diagnostic Test

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  1. DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE: Diagnose and repair any system voltage DTCs before continuing with this test.
    NOTE: Diagnose and repair any CMP sensor or CKP sensor DTCs before continuing with this test.
    NOTE: Diagnose and repair any oil pressure or oil pressure sensor DTCs before continuing with this test.
    1. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
      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.
    2. With the scan tool, Clear DTCs in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
    3. Test drive the vehicle under the conditions in which the DTC is monitored, as outlined above.
    4. With the scan tool, select View DTCs.

      Is the status Active for this DTC?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  2

      No 

  2. CAMSHAFT 1/2 POSITION SOLENOID/OIL CONTROL VALVE INSPECTION 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Remove the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve in accordance with the Service Information. Do not disconnect the harness connector.
    3. Perform a visual inspection of the open part of the solenoid (spool valve) for the presence of any debris (metallic or non-metallic).
      NOTE: If contamination is observed, the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve must be replaced. After replacing the valve, verify that the engine oil has been replaced with the appropriate oil in accordance with the Service Information.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  3
  3. CAMSHAFT 1/2 POSITION SOLENOID/OIL CONTROL VALVE ACTUATION 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, actuate the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve.
    3. Perform a visual inspection of the spool valve for erratic movement or sticking during the forward and reverse stroke.
      NOTE: If sticking or erratic movement is observed, the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve must be replaced. After replacing the valve, verify that the engine oil has been replaced with the appropriate oil in accordance with the Service Information.

      Select the appropriate response from the choices below:

      Normal operation. No sticking or erratic movement is observed 

      • Go to step  4

      No movement is observed 

      • Go to step  7

      Sticking or erratic movement is observed 

  4. INCORRECT ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY 
    1. Review the vehicle service history to determine if the correct viscosity engine oil was used.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  5
  5. ENGINE OIL DIRTY OR CONTAMINATE 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Inspect engine oil for signs of contamination, sludge, or foreign material.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  6
  6. LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE 
    1. Perform the CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE diagnostic procedure. Refer to appropriate ENGINE article.
    2. Compare the oil pressure readings to the service information specifications. Refer to appropriate ENGINE article.

      Is the engine oil pressure below specifications?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  12
  7. CAMSHAFT 1/2 POSITION SOLENOID/OIL CONTROL VALVE WIRING AND CONNECTORS 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Inspect the wiring and connectors between the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
    3. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
    4. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  8
  8. (F343) FUSED MAIN RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT HIGH RESISTANCE 
    Fig 1: Checking Fused Main Relay Output Circuit
    GC0099716Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (F343) Fused Main Relay Output circuit in the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve harness connector.
      NOTE: The test light should be illuminated and bright. Compare the brightness to that of a direct connection to the battery.

      Is the test light illuminated and bright?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  9

      No 

  9. (K276) CMP 1/2 CONTROL CIRCUIT ACTUATION 
    Fig 2: Checking CMP Control Circuit
    GC0099717Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. With the scan tool, actuate the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve to the ON (maximum) position.
    2. Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12 volts, check the (K276) CMP 1/2 Control circuit in the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid harness connector.
      NOTE: The test light should be illuminated and bright. Compare the brightness to that of a direct connection to the battery.

      Is the test light illuminated and bright?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  11

      No 

      • Go to step  10
  10. (K276) CMP 1/2 CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE 
    Fig 3: Checking CMP Control Circuit
    GC0099718Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) C2 harness connector.
      NOTE: When checking circuits at the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), be careful not to damage or distort the connector terminals. Improper measurement technique could result in poor pin to terminal contact.
    3. Measure the resistance of the (K276) CMP 1/2 Control circuit between the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid harness connector and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.

      Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  13

      No 

  11. CAMSHAFT 1/2 POSITION SOLENOID/OIL CONTROL VALVE 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Inspect the wiring and connectors between the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
    3. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
    4. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

  12. CAMSHAFT PHASER 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Remove the appropriate Camshaft Phaser in accordance with the Service information.
    3. Inspect the Phaser for contamination, foreign material, or any condition that would restrict operation of the Phaser.
    4. Inspect the Phaser oil passages for signs of sludge or foreign material.
      NOTE: The Phaser should not be disassembled. If the Phaser is damaged, it must be replaced.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

  13. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Inspect the wiring and connectors between the Camshaft 1/2 Position Solenoid/Oil Control Valve and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
    3. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
    4. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
    5. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) that apply.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

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