Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- READ AND RECORD DTCS AND ENVIRONMENTAL DATA - ERASE DTCS AND CHECK FOR THE DTC TO RETURN
- With the scan tool, read DTCs in all Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and record on the repair order.
- For future reference, run and save a vehicle Scan Report and all related recorded data.
- With the scan tool, erase all DTCs.
- Turn the ignition off for a minimum of 75.0 seconds.
- Turn the ignition on.
- Using the When Monitored and Set Conditions above and recorded data, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT DTC .
- CHECK FOR OTHER DTCS
- Refer to the recorded DTCs.
Are the P245A-00, P245C-00, or P245D-00 DTCs or any EGR DTCs active or pending?
Yes
- Perform the applicable diagnostic procedure(s). Refer to DTC INDEX (1 OF 2) and/or DTC INDEX (2 OF 2) .
No
- Go To 3
- Refer to the recorded DTCs.
- CHECK THE EGR VACUUM SUPPLY HOSES FOR CLOGGING, LEAKS, OR OTHER DAMAGE NOTE:
This DTC is very often set due to damage to one of the Vacuum Supply Hoses.
- Turn the ignition off.
- Inspect the EGR Vacuum Supply Hose from the EGR to the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid.
- Inspect the Vacuum Supply Hose from the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid to the EGR Cooling Bypass Actuator.
Is either EGR Vacuum Supply Hose kinked, pinched, leaking, or otherwise damaged?
Yes
- Replace the damaged EGR Vacuum Supply Hose in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Go To 4
- CHECK THE EGR VACUUM SUPPLY
- Start the engine.
- Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
- Disconnect the EGR Vacuum Supply Hose (from the engine) at the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid.
- Connect a vacuum gauge to the disconnected hose.
Does the vacuum gauge detect any vacuum coming from the engine?
Yes
- Go To 5
No
- Determine the loss of EGR vacuum to the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid and repair as necessary.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
- CHECK THE EGR COOLING BYPASS SOLENOID FOR PROPER OPERATION
- Turn the ignition off.
- Reconnect the EGR Vacuum Supply Hose (from the engine) back to the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid.
- Disconnect the Vacuum Supply Hose at the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid. This is the hose routed from the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid to the EGR Cooling Bypass Actuator.
- Start the engine.
- Connect a vacuum gauge to the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid outlet nozzle.
- Using a jumper wire connected to ground, back probe the EGR Bypass Valve (K670) Signal circuit.
Does the vacuum gauge detect any vacuum at the EGR Cooling Bypass Solenoid outlet nozzle?
Yes
- Go To 6
No
- Replace the EGR Cooler Bypass Valve Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
- INSPECT THE EGR COOLER FOR A BLOCKAGE
- Turn the ignition off.
- Inspect the EGR Cooler for blockage.
Was the EGR Cooler free of blockage?
Yes
- Go To 7
No
- Replace the EGR Cooler in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
- INSTALL A NEW EGR COOLING BYPASS VALVE ACTUATOR AND RETEST FOR DTC
- Install a new EGR Cooling Bypass Valve Actuator in accordance with the Service Information.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Start the engine and test drive the vehicle.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 8
No
- Installing a new EGR Cooling Bypass Valve Actuator repaired the fault.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
- CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS
- Disconnect all PCM harness connectors.
- Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
- Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
- Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
- Proper connector installation.
- Damaged connector locks.
- Corrosion.
- Other signs of water intrusion.
- Weather seal damage (if equipped).
- Bent terminals.
- Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
- Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
- Check for spread terminals and verify proper terminal tension.
Repair any conditions that are found.
- Connect all PCM harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- Connect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- Connect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Test drive or operate the vehicle in accordance with the when monitored and set conditions.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- The wiring or poor connection problem has been repaired.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 3.0L, POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .