A voltage is supplied to the engine speed output circuit. The powertrain control module (PCM) creates the engine speed output signal by pulsing the circuit to ground at a predetermined hertz rate. The PCM pulses the circuit at the same rate as the engine speed signal input. The PCM monitors the voltage on the engine speed output circuit. If the PCM determines the voltage is out of the normal operating range, a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) sets.
• | The engine speed is more than 400 RPM. |
• | The ignition voltage is more than 8 volts, but less than 18 volts. |
• | The PCM detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match. |
• | All of the above conditions exist for a minimum of 5 seconds. |
• | The powertrain control module (PCM) stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
• | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate. |
• | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. |
• | A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
• | A History DTC clears after forty consecutive warm-up cycles, if this or any other emission related diagnostic does not report any failures. |
• | Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL/DTC. |
Important:
• Remove any debris from the PCM module connector surfaces before
servicing the PCM module. Inspect the PCM module connector gaskets
when diagnosing or replacing the modules. Ensure that the gaskets are installed
correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion into the PCM
modules. • For any test that requires probing the PCM or a component
harness connector, use the J 35616
connector test adapter kit. Using this kit prevents damage
to the harness and component terminals. Refer to
Using Connector Test Adapters
in Wiring Systems.
For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms .
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | ||
2 |
Important: If the IP is completely inoperative, refer to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console. With the engine running, does the vehicle's tachometer indicate engine RPM? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Aids | |
Does the vehicle tachometer indicate a RPM? | -- | |||
4 | Inspect for ground in the tachometer output circuit. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Further diagnosis of the circuit is required. Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console. | |
5 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
6 |
Important:: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
7 |
Does the scan tool indicate that this test failed? | -- | ||
8 | Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | Go to the applicable DTC table | System OK |