Circuit Description
The ability of the PCM to control the EGR valve is verified with this test. The PCM calculates an error based on the difference between the actual EGR position and the desired EGR position. The PCM sets this DTC if the error is too great.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The ignition voltage is greater than 11.7 volts. |
| • | The desired EGR position is greater than 0%. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The difference between the desired EGR position and the actual EGR position is greater than 20%. |
| • | The failure counter is greater than a predetermined value. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM disables the EGR for the ignition cycle. |
| • | The PCM illuminates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive drive cycle the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions the first time the diagnostic fails. The PCM stores this information in the Freeze Frame and/or the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The PCM turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL and the DTC. |
Diagnostic Aids
Important:
• Remove any debris from the PCM connector surfaces before servicing
the PCM. Inspect the PCM connector gaskets when diagnosing/replacing
the PCM. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets
prevent contaminate intrusion into the PCM. • For any test that requires probing the PCM or a component
harness connector, use the Connector Test Adapter Kit J 35616
. Using this kit prevents damage
to the harness/component terminals. Refer to
Using Connector Test Adapters
in Wiring Systems.
| • | Using Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If you cannot duplicate the DTC, the information included in the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data can aid in determining how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can also aid determining how many ignition cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and/or a fail. Operate the vehicle within the same freeze frame conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed, temperature etc.) that you observed. This isolates when the DTC failed. |
| • | For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms . |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the Diagnostic Table.
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This step determines if the EGR valve can be commanded open.
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Excessive resistance in the EGR control circuit or the EGR ground circuit will result in the EGR not responding correctly to the commanded EGR position.
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Inspect the PCM connector for poor connections.
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Inspect the PCM connector for poor connections.
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Excessive resistance in the control circuit or the ground circuit will cause this DTC to set. With the EGR commanded to 100% the test lamp should light with full intensity. Connect the test lamp across the battery terminals and compare the test lamp intensity to the EGR control circuit intensity.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | ||
Does the engine run rough or stall? | -- | |||
Is the Actual EGR Position within the specified range? | 48-52% | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||
Is the resistance within the specified range? | 0-2ohms | |||
Test the continuity of the EGR valve ground circuit using the DMM J 39200 . Refer to Testing for Continuity in Wiring Systems. Is the resistance within the specified range? | 0-2ohms | |||
Is the test lamp illuminated? | 100% | |||
7 | Probe the EGR ground circuit using the test lamp J 35616-200 connected to B+. Refer to Probing Electrical Connectors in Wiring Systems. Is the test lamp illuminated? | -- | ||
8 |
Does the DMM display continuity? | -- | ||
9 | Test the continuity of the EGR valve control circuit using the DMM J 39200 connected to ground. Refer to Testing for Continuity in Wiring Systems. Does the DMM display continuity? | -- | ||
10 | Test for continuity from the EGR control circuit to all other circuits in the PCM harness connector. Refer to Testing for Continuity in Wiring Systems. Does the DMM display continuity to any other circuit in the PCM harness connector? | -- | ||
11 |
Does the DMM display continuity? | -- | ||
12 | Repair the open or short to ground in the EGR valve control circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
13 | Repair the open in the EGR valve ground circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
14 | Repair the high resistance in the EGR valve control circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
15 | Repair the high resistance in the EGR valve ground circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
16 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
17 | Replace the EGR valve. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Replacement . Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |
18 |
Did find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
19 |
Important:: Program the replacement PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Replace the PCM. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
20 |
Does the scan tool indicate that this test passed? | -- | ||
21 | Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | Go to applicable DTC | System OK |
