Circuit/System Testing
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NOTE:
Verify proper engine oil level before continuing with diagnosis.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the engine oil level sensor and/or switch.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 2 Ω between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Engine Oil Level Switch parameter reads Low.
- If the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter reads OK, test the signal circuit terminal A for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Ignition ON, install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal A and the ground circuit terminal B. Verify the scan tool Engine Oil Level Switch parameter reads OK.
- If the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter reads Low, test the signal circuit terminal A for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the engine oil level sensor and/or switch.
NOTE:
If a short to voltage is found on the signal circuit, the fuse in the 3A jumper wire will open.