• | 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 | Short to Voltage |
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Catalytic Converter 1 Sensor Signal | P0545 | P0546 | P0546 |
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open | Short to Voltage |
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Operating Conditions: Ignition ON Parameter Normal Range: 0-1000°C (32-1832°F) | |||
Catalytic Converter 1 Sensor Signal | 1000°C (1832°F) | 0°C (32°F) | 0°C (32°F) |
The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the exhaust gas temperature 1 sensor on the 5-volt reference circuit. The ECM also provides a ground on the low reference circuit. The exhaust gas temperature 1 sensor provides a signal to the ECM on the exhaust gas temperature 1 signal circuit which is relative to the pressure changes in the manifold. The ECM should detect a low signal voltage at a exhaust gas temperature 1, such as low engine load. The ECM should detect high signal voltage at a high exhaust gas temperature 1, such as high engine load. The ECM monitors the exhaust gas temperature 1 sensor signal for voltage outside the normal range of the exhaust gas temperature 1 sensor.
• | The battery voltage is between 10-16 volts. |
• | The ignition switch is ON for longer than 2 seconds. |
• | The DPF status is normal. The DPF differential pressure status is one, and the DPF warning counter status is 2. |
The ECM detects that the catalyst temperature is continuously low.
DTC P244C is a Type A DTC.
DTC P244C is a Type A DTC.
An incorrectly installed DOC exhaust gas temperature sensor will cause this DTC to set.
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Verify the integrity of the engine exhaust system and fuel system by inspecting for the following conditions:
• | Damaged components |
• | Loose or improper installation |
Important: You must perform Circuit/System Verification before proceeding with Circuit/System Testing.
⇒ | If less than 4.8 volts, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. |
⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the control module. |
⇒ | If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the control module. |
⇒ | If all circuits test normal, test or replace the exhaust gas temperature 1 sensor. |
⇒ | If detect the DTC, replace the control module. |
⇒ | If a broken, clogged, or melted DPF filter is found, replace the DPF filter. |
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
• | DOC Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Replacement |
• | DPF Filter Replacement setup, and programming |
• | Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming |