Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 RAM 3500 HD and 2016 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

OTHER DTCS PRESENT
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Are either of the Exhaust Temperature Sensor 1/3 Low or High DTCs present?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the other DTCs before proceeding.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
  No
  - Go To 2
EXHAUST TEMPERATURE SENSOR 1/3
1. Remove the Exhaust Temperature Sensor 1/3 and reconnect the harness connector to the sensor. Monitor the scan tool, while heating the sensor with an external heat source (DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME).
  Does the temperature reading of Exhaust Temperature Sensor 1/3 change in value at least 5°F?
  
  Yes
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION - 6.7L .
  No
  - Replace Exhaust Temperature Sensor 1/3 in accordance with the service information.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .