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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

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Did you perform the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

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  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter in the PCM Engine Data 2 data list.

Does the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter display OK?

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Is the CHECK OIL LEVEL message in the DIC illuminated?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

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  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the engine oil level switch.
  3. Connect a 3 ampere fused jumper between the signal circuit of the engine oil level switch and a good ground.
  4. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  5. With the scan tool, observe the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter.

Does the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter display OK?

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Test the signal circuit of the engine oil level switch for an open, for a high resistance, or for a short to battery voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Test the ground circuit of the engine oil level switch for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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7

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the engine oil level switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 13

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the IPC. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Replace the engine oil level switch. Refer to Engine Oil Level Sensor and/or Switch Replacement in Engine Mechanical.

Did you complete the replacement?

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11

Important: Program the replacement PCM.

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.6L.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Important: Program the replacement IPC.

Replace the IPC. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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