Circuit Description
The fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor is a pressure transducer. The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies about 5 volts on the FTP sensor reference voltage circuit. The PCM also supplies a signal circuit to the FTP sensor. When fuel level/tank pressure is full the FTP signal voltage rises to 4.1 volts. As fuel level/tank pressure decreases to empty, the FTP signal voltage drops to around 0.5 volts. The PCM monitors the FTP signal circuit voltage and the Fuel Tank Temperature (FTT) sensor and determines the amount of fuel within the fuel tank.
This DTC sets when the FTP sensor signal voltage is greater than the normal operating range of the sensor.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | DTCs P0182, P0183 are not set. |
| • | The fuel tank temperature (FTT) is less than 30°C (86°F). |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The FTP signal voltage is more than 4.96 volts. |
| • | The condition exists for at least 3 second. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The control module switches over to gasoline fuel operation. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This step determines if the condition is present.
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This step determines if a shorted signal circuit is the cause of the condition.
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This step determines if a shorted 5-volt reference circuit is the cause of the condition.
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Monitor the scan tool data list after turning the ignition OFF. The PCM powers down after about 20 seconds and the scan tool will display a loss of communication.
This step tests the resistance of low reference circuit for the FTP sensor. The DMM should display less than 10 ohms when the PCM is not powered up.
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The 5 volt reference circuits for the fuel rail pressure sensor and the fuel tank pressure sensor are shared within the PCM.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Controls Connector End Views | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check Alternative Fuels - Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Alternative Fuels (Engine Controls) |
Does the scan tool display the FTP sensor voltage more than the specified value? | 4.9 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 | |
3 |
Does the DTC fail this ignition cycle? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Intermittent Conditions |
Does the scan tool display the FTP sensor voltage less than the specified value? | 0.05 V | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 7 | |
Measure the voltage from the 5-volt reference circuit of the FTP sensor with a digital multimeter (DMM). Does the DMM display a voltage more than the specified value? | 5.2 V | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 | |
Important: The PCM must be powered down during this test. Ensure that the scan tool has lost communication before proceeding. Does the DMM display a resistance less than the specified value? | 10ohms | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 9 | |
7 | Test the signal circuit of the FTP sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 13 |
Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the FTP sensor and the fuel rail pressure (FRP) sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 13 | |
9 | Test the low reference circuit of the FTP sensor for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Inspect for proper terminal contact at the harness connector of the FTP sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 12 |
11 | Inspect for proper terminal contact at the harness connector of the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 13 |
12 | Replace the FTP pressure sensor. Refer to Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- |
13 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in the J Platform Service Manual. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- |
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Did the DTC fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 15 |
15 | Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | System OK | |
