• | Verify that the fuel level is in the same range as the customer concern. |
• | For intermittent diagnosis, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections. |
• | Refer to Fuel Level Specifications in order to verify the correct readings for the fuel level sensor. The Fuel Tank Level Remaining % parameter is available on the scan tool in the powertrain control module (PCM) Enhanced EVAP data list or the Fuel Level Sensor % parameter is available on the scan tool in the PCM Fuel data list - 6.6L diesel only. |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
This step tests for a high resistance in the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the fuel level sensor.
DTCs will set in the PCM when you perform this diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||||||
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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics Connector End View References: Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views, Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views for the 4.3L engine, Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views for the 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L engine or Engine Control Module Connector End Views for the 6.6L (LLY) engine | ||||||||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |||||||||
2 |
Important: Verify the J 33431-C resistance settings with a DMM. Does the fuel gage display the correct fuel level? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 | ||||||||
Important: Verify the J 33431-C resistance settings with a DMM. Important: Turn the ignition OFF momentarily between the resistance settings in order to quickly update the scan tool display.
Do the Fuel Level % parameters display the correct fuel level percentage? | -- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 5 | |||||||||
4 | Inspect for the following items:
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 7 | ||||||||
5 | Test the signal circuit of the fuel level sender for a high resistance between C101 and the PCM. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 6 | ||||||||
6 | Test the low reference circuit of the fuel level sender for a high resistance between C101 and the PCM. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 9 | ||||||||
7 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 8 | ||||||||
8 |
Does the resistance change smoothly across the specified range? | 40-250 ohms | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 10 | ||||||||
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | ||||||||
10 | Replace the fuel level sender. Refer to appropriate procedure:
Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||
11 | Replace the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||
12 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||
Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 2 |
• | Verify that the fuel level is in the same range as the customer concern. |
• | For intermittent diagnosis, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections. |
• | Refer to Fuel Level Specifications in order to verify the correct readings for the fuel level sensor. The Fuel Tank Level Remaining % parameter is available on the scan tool in the powertrain control module (PCM) Enhanced EVAP data list or the Fuel Level Sensor % parameter is available on the scan tool in the PCM Fuel data list - 6.6L diesel only. |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
This step tests for a high resistance in the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the fuel level sensor.
DTCs will set in the PCM when you perform this diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||||||
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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics Connector End View References: Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views, Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views for the 4.3L engine, Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views for the 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L engine or Engine Control Module Connector End Views for the 6.6L (LLY) engine | ||||||||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |||||||||
2 |
Important: Verify the J 33431-C resistance settings with a DMM. Does the fuel gage display the correct fuel level? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 | ||||||||
Important: Verify the J 33431-C resistance settings with a DMM. Important: Turn the ignition OFF momentarily between the resistance settings in order to quickly update the scan tool display.
Do the Fuel Level % parameters display the correct fuel level percentage? | -- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 5 | |||||||||
4 | Inspect for the following items:
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 7 | ||||||||
5 | Test the signal circuits of the primary and secondary fuel level senders for a high resistance between C101 and the PCM. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 6 | ||||||||
6 | Test the low reference circuit of the primary and secondary fuel level senders for a high resistance between C101 and the PCM. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 9 | ||||||||
7 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 8 | ||||||||
8 |
Does the resistance change smoothly across the specified range? | 40-250 ohms | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 10 | ||||||||
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | ||||||||
10 | Replace the fuel level sender. Refer to appropriate procedure:
Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||
11 | Replace the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||
12 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||
Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 2 |