• | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
• | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
• | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Coolant Level Switch Signal | Indicator OFF | Indicator ON | -- | -- |
Ground | -- | Indicator ON | -- | -- |
The low engine coolant level indicator lamp is controlled by the engine control module (ECM). The normal state of the engine coolant level switch is closed when in contact with coolant.
Cooling System Connector End Views
Cooling System Description and Operation
The low coolant indicator should be OFF with the engine coolant at the proper level.
Important: Circuit/System Verification must be performed before performing the Circuit/System Testing.
⇒ | If the indicator does not turn OFF, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance. |
⇒ | If the indicator turns OFF, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance. |
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Verify that the low coolant indicator is OFF with the engine coolant at the proper level.