Pinpoint Test AE : The Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Indicator Is Never Or Always On (2.5L HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle))
- Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
See Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning. REFER to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) - System Operation and Component Description .
If the engine rpm data or engine oil pressure warning indicator request message is missing less than 5 seconds, the IPC defaults the low engine oil pressure warning indicator or RTT warning indicator to the last state (on or off), based upon the last message received.
If the engine rpm data or engine oil pressure warning indicator request message is missing for 5 seconds or longer, the IPC defaults the low engine oil pressure warning indicator or RTT warning indicator on.
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition PCM P0521:00 Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch "A" Circuit Range/Performance: No Sub Type Information Sets in the PCM when the PCM detects signal variation outside of the module parameters on the hardwired input from the engine oil pressure sensor. PCM P0522:00 Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch "A" Circuit Low: No Sub Type Information Sets in the PCM when the PCM detects a short to ground on the hardwired input from the engine oil pressure sensor. PCM P0523:00 Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch "A" Circuit High: No Sub Type Information Sets in the PCM when the PCM detects an open on the hardwired input from the engine oil pressure sensor. PCM P0524:00 Engine Oil Pressure Too Low: No Sub Type Information Sets in the PCM when the PCM detects low engine oil pressure. PCM P055F:00 Engine Oil Pressure Out of Range: No Sub Type Information Sets in the PCM when the PCM detects the engine oil pressure is out of range. Possible Sources
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Engine oil pressure concern
- Engine oil pressure switch
- GWM
- PCM
- IPC
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
- Inspect the engine for noise or other symptoms indicating an engine or low engine oil pressure concern.
- Inspect the engine oil pressure switch for signs of external damage.
- Inspect the engine oil pressure switch connector for signs of corrosion
- Inspect the harness for damage indicating an open or a short to ground.
- AE1 IDENTIFY THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) LEVEL
- Determine if the vehicle is equipped with a base IPC. REFER to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) - System Operation and Component Description .
Is the vehicle equipped with a base IPC?
Yes GO to AE3 No GO to AE2 - AE2 CHECK THE MESSAGE CENTER OPERATION
- Ignition ON.
- Close all doors, liftgate and hood.
- Clear all message center warnings by pressing the OK button for each warning present.
- Monitor the door ajar RTT warning indicator.
- Open the driver door.
- Clear the message center popup warning.
- Monitor the door ajar RTT warning indicator.
Is the door ajar RTT warning indicator off with the door closed, and on with the door open?
Yes GO to AE4 No GO to Pinpoint Test A - AE3 PERFORM THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) INDICATOR LAMP CONTROL ACTIVE COMMAND USING A DIAGNOSTIC SCAN TOOL
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, view the IPC Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
- Access the IPC and control the OIL_P_LOWPID
- Command the low engine oil pressure warning indicator on then off while observing the indicator.
Does the low engine oil pressure warning indicator turn on when commanded on and turn off when commanded off?
Yes GO to AE4 No Refer to IPC Guided Routine Testing . - AE4 CHECK THE TACHOMETER OPERATION
- Start the engine.
- Verify the tachometer operates.
Does the tachometer operate?
Yes GO to AE5 No For high level IPC, GO to Pinpoint Test B For the base or mid-level, IPC, GO to Pinpoint Test I - AE5 PERFORM THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) SELF-TEST
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the IPC self-test.
Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded?
Yes REFER to the DTC Chart: IPC . No If the low engine oil pressure warning indicator is never on, GO to AE6 If the low engine oil pressure warning indicator is always on, GO to AE8 - AE6 CHECK FOR A STUCK CLOSED ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect Engine Oil Pressure Switch C1636.
- Start the engine and observe the low engine oil pressure warning indicator.
Does the low engine oil pressure warning indicator turn on?
Yes INSTALL a new engine oil pressure switch. No GO to AE7 - AE7 CHECK THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE INPUT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND AT THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE)
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect PCM C1381E.
- Ignition ON.
- Measure:
1.5L
Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead C1381E-25 Ground
Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?
Yes GO to AE13 No REPAIR the circuit. - AE8 CHECK THE GWM (GATEWAY MODULE A) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, check the GWM Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs).
Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded?
Yes REFER to: Communications Network . No GO to AE9 - AE9 PERFORM A PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) SELF-TEST
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the PCM self-test.
Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded?
Yes REFER to the appropriate Electronic Engine Controls article. No GO to AE10 - AE10 CHECK FOR A STUCK OPEN ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect Engine Oil Pressure Switch C1636.
- Connect a fused jumper wire:
Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead C1636-1 Ground
- Ignition ON.
- Observe the low engine oil pressure warning indicator.
Does the low engine oil pressure indicator turn off?
Yes REMOVE the fused jumper wire. GO to AE11 No LEAVE the fuse jumper wire connected. GO to AE12 - AE11 CHECK THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
- Test the engine for low engine oil pressure.
Was a low engine oil pressure concern detected?
Yes REPAIR the low engine oil pressure concern. REFER to: Engine . No INSTALL a new engine oil pressure switch. - AE12 CHECK THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE INPUT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN AT THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE)
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect PCM C1381E.
Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?
Yes REMOVE the fused jumper wire. GO to AE13 No REMOVE the fused jumper wire. REPAIR the circuit. - AE13 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect and inspect the PCM connectors.
- Repair:
- corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- Reconnect the PCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present
Is the concern still present?
Yes CHECK On-Line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS) for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new PCM. REFER to the appropriate Electronic Engine Controls article. No The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.