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3 Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the
engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose, fitting or line,
the fuel system pressure must be released.
Install a fuel pressure gauge to the fuel rail test port.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, actuate the ASD Fuel System test and observe the fuel pressure
gauge.
NOTE: Fuel pressure specification is 400 KPa +/- 34 KPa (58 psi +/- 5 psi).
Choose a conclusion that best matches your fuel pressure reading.All
Below Specification
Go To 4
Within Specification
Go To 6
Above Specification
Replace the fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
Caution: Stop All Actuations.
4 Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the
engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose, fitting or line,
the fuel system pressure must be released.
Raise vehicle on hoist, and disconnect the fuel pressure line at the fuel pump module.
Install special 5/169fuel line adapter tool #6539 between disconnected fuel line and
the fuel pump module.
Attach a fuel pressure test gauge to the9T9fitting on tool #6539.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, actuate the ASD Fuel System test and observe the fuel pressure
gauge.
NOTE: Fuel pressure specification is 400 KPa +/- 34 KPa (58 psi +/- 5 psi).
Is the fuel pressure within specification now?All
Ye s®Repair/replace fuel supply line as necessary.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
No®Go To 5
Caution: Stop All Actuations.
5 Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the
engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose,fitting or line,
the fuel system pressure must be released.
Remove the Fuel Pump Module and inspect the Fuel Inlet Strainer.
Is the Fuel Inlet Strainer plugged?All
Ye s®Replace the Fuel Pump Inlet Strainer.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
No®Replace the Fuel Pump Module.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
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6Note: The fuel pressure must be within specification before continuing.
Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the
engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose, fitting or line,
the fuel system pressure must be released.
Disconnect the fuel supply line at the fuel rail.
Connect fuel line adapter #6539(5/169) or #6631(3/89) to the disconnected fuel supply
line. Insert the other end of the adapter into a graduated container.
Caution: Do not operate the fuel pump for more than 7 seconds in the next
step. Fuel pump module reservoir may run empty and damage to the fuel
pump will result.
Note: Specification: A good fuel pump will deliver at least 1/4 liter (1/2 pint)
of fuel in 7 seconds.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, actuate the ASD Fuel System test for 7 seconds.
Is the fuel pump capacity within specification?All
Ye s®Go To 7
No®Check for a kinked/damaged fuel supply line between the fuel
tank and fuel rail. If OK, replace the fuel pump module.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
Caution: Stop All Actuations.
7 Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, read TPS VOLTS.
While monitoring the DRBIIIt, slowly open and close the Throttle.
Is the voltage change smooth?All
Ye s®Go To 8
No®Replace the Throttle Position Sensor.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
8 Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, read Throttle Position voltage. Throttle must be against stop.
Is the voltage 0.92 or less with the Throttle closed?All
Ye s®Go To 9
No®Check for a binding throttle condition. If OK, replace the Throttle
Position Sensor.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
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9Note: For this test to be valid, the thermostat must be operating correctly.
Note: This test works best if performed on a cold engine (cold soaked).
NOTE: If the vehicle was allow to sit over night with no engine start, coolant
temperature should be near ambient temperatures.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, read the Engine Coolant Temperature value.
Note: If engine coolant temperature is above 82É C (180É F), allow the engine
to cool until 65É C (150É F) is reached.
Start the engine.
During engine warm-up, monitor the Engine Coolant Temperature value. The
temperature value change should be a smooth transition from start up to normal
operating temp 82É C (180É F). The value should reach at least 82É C (180É F).
Did the Engine Temperature value increase smoothly and did it reach at least 82É C
(180É F)?All
Ye s®Go To 10
No®Replace the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
10 The following additional items should be checked as a possible cause for a start and
stall condition.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB's) that may apply to the symptom.
Fuel must be free of contamination.
The exhaust system must be free of any restrictions.
The engine compression must be within specifications.
The engine valve timing must be within specifications.
The engine must be free from vacuum leaks.
The throttle body must be free of carbon buildup and dirt.
Do any of the above conditions exist?All
Ye s®Repair as necessary.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER-1.
No®Test Complete.
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Symptom List:
ANTENNA FAILURE
COP FAILURE
EEPROM FAILURE
INTERNAL FAULT
RAM FAILURE
SERIAL LINK INTERNAL FAULT
STACK OVERFLOW FAILURE
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be ANTENNA FAILURE.
When Monitored and Set Condition:
ANTENNA FAILURE
When Monitored: Every 250 milliseconds with the ignition on.
Set Condition: The SKIM's microcontroller determines that an antenna circuit fault has
occurred for 2.0 consecutive seconds.
COP FAILURE
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The COP timer is not reset by the microcontroller every 65.5 milliseconds
EEPROM FAILURE
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: When the value written to EEPROM memory does not equal the value
read back after the write operation.
INTERNAL FAULT
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The SKIM has detected a fault during an internal self test.
RAM FAILURE
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The RAM fails a test that checks the RAM's ability to retain memory.
SERIAL LINK INTERNAL FAULT
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The SKIM fails an internal J1850 communication self test.
STACK OVERFLOW FAILURE
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The microcontroller has exceeded its stack space limit.
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SKIM INTERNAL DTC FAILURE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1Note: This trouble code indicates an internal SKIM fault.
With the DRB III, read and record the SKIM DTCs and then erase the SKIM DTCs
Perform 10 ignition key cycles, leaving the ignition key on for a minimum of 90
seconds per cycle.
With the DRB III, read the SKIM DTCs.
Did the same SKIM DTC return?All
Ye s®Replace and program the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module in
accordance with the Service Information.
Perform SKIS VERIFICATION TEST.
No®Test Complete.
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Symptom List:
PCM STATUS FAILURE
SERIAL LINK EXTERNAL FAULT
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be PCM STATUS FAILURE.
When Monitored and Set Condition:
PCM STATUS FAILURE
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: This DTC exists when a PCM STATUS message was not received from the
PCM for at least 20.0 consecutive seconds.
SERIAL LINK EXTERNAL FAULT
When Monitored: At ignition on, after ignition on during any rolling code handshake that
occurs with the PCM due to a SKIM reset, or during SECRET KEY transfers to the PCM.
Set Condition: When the SKIM does not receive an expected PCI BUS message trans-
mission acknowledgement from the PCM after 3 transmit attempts.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS PROBLEM
WIRING HARNESS INSPECTION
SKIM/PCM
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1NOTE: Ensure the PCM has proper power and ground connections before
continuing.
With the DRB III, read and record the SKIM DTC's then erase the SKIM DTC's.
Turn the ignition off.
Wait 2 minutes.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB III, read the SKIM DTC's.
Does the DRB III display the DTC that was previously erased?All
Ye s®Go To 2
No®Go To 4
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2 Turn the ignition off.
NOTE: Visually inspect the related wiring harness and CCD/PCI Bus
(whichever applicable) circuits. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or
partially broken wires.
NOTE: Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for
broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded terminals.
Note: Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s®Repair as necessary.
Perform SKIS VERIFICATION TEST.
No®Go To 3
3NOTE: Before proceeding it will be necessary to obtain the SKIM PIN
number.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB III, display and erase all PCM and SKIM DTC's.
Perform 5 ignition key cycles, leaving the ignition key on for a minimum of 90 seconds
per cycle.
With the DRB III, read the SKIM DTC's.
Does the code appear?All
Ye s®Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module in accor-
dance with the Service Information.
Perform SKIS VERIFICATION TEST.
No®Test Complete.
4 Turn the ignition off.
Note: Visually inspect the related wiring harness. Look for any chafed,
pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
NOTE: Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for
broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded terminals.
Note: Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s®Repair wiring harness/connectors as necessary.
No®Test Complete.
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Symptom:
ROLLING CODE FAILURE
When Monitored and Set Condition:
ROLLING CODE FAILURE
When Monitored: At ignition on, after ignition on during any rolling code handshake that
occurs with the PCM due to a SKIM or PCM reset.
Set Condition: When a PCM STATUS message with a Valid Key status is not received by
the SKIM within 3.5 seconds of transmitting the last Valid Key Code message to the PCM.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
VERIFYING PCM VIN
INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS PROBLEM
PCM
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 With the DRB III, erase the SKIM DTC's.
Turn the ignition off.
Wait 10 seconds.
Turn the ignition on and wait 2 minutes.
With the DRB III, read the SKIM DTC's.
Does the DRB III display the DTC that was previously erased?All
Ye s®Go To 2
No®Go To 4
2NOTE: Ensure that a VIN has been programmed into the PCM. If a VIN is not
displayed, attempt to program the PCM with the correct vehicle VIN before
continuing.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB III, select Engine system from the main menu.
Display and record the Vehicle Identification Number.
Does the VIN recorded from the PCM match the VIN of the vehicle?All
Ye s®Go To 3
No®Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module in accor-
dance with the Service Information.
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