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Diagnostic Instructions

    • 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.

DTC Descriptors

DTC P2032: Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor 2 Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P2033: Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor 2 Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

EGT Sensor 2 Sensor Signal

P2032

P2033

P2033

Typical Scan Tool Data

EGT Sensor 2

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON

Parameter Normal Range: -39 to +999°C (-38 to +1830°F)

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 2 Signal

950°C (1,742°F)

0°C (32°F)

0°C (32°F)

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 2 Low Reference

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Circuit/System Description

The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor on the 5-volt reference circuit. The ECM also provides a ground on the low reference circuit. The DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor provides a signal to the ECM on the DOC exhaust gas temperature signal circuit which is relative to the pressure changes in the manifold. The ECM should detect a low signal voltage at a DOC exhaust gas temperature, such as low engine load. The ECM should detect high signal voltage at a high DOC exhaust gas temperature, such as high engine load. The ECM monitors the DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor signal for voltage outside the normal range of the DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor.

Conditions for Running the DTC

P2032

    • DTC P2033 is not set.
    • The battery voltage is between 10-16 volts.
    • The ignition is ON for longer than 2 seconds.

P2033

    • DTCs P0112, P0113, and P2032 are not set.
    • The battery voltage is between 10-16 volts.
    • The ignition switch is ON for longer than 2 seconds.
    • The engine speed is more than 1450 RPM.
    • The engine run time is more than 300 seconds.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P2032

The ECM detects that the DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor signal voltage is less than 0.26 volts.

P2033

The ECM detects that the DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor signal voltage is more than 4.9 volts.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P2032 and P2033 are Type A DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs P2032 and P2033 are Type A DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

Inspect for any recent engine mechanical repairs. An incorrectly installed EGT sensor will cause this DTC to set.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

    •  Engine Controls Component Views
    •  Engine Control Module Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Circuit/System Verification

Verify the integrity of the EGT sensor by inspecting for the following conditions:

    • Damaged components
    • Loose or improper installation

Circuit/System Testing

Important: You must perform Circuit/System Verification before proceeding with Circuit/System Testing.

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the exhaust gas temperature 2 sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool exhaust gas temperature 2 parameter is less than 1°C (34°F).
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal B for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  4. Install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal A and the low reference circuit terminal B. Verify the scan tool exhaust gas temperature 2 parameter is more than 950°C (1,742°F).
  5. If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit and low reference circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    If all circuits test normal, replace the exhaust gas temperature 2 sensor.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Exhaust Temperature Sensor Replacement - Position 2
    •  Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming