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put component, it can verify that the command was
carried out by monitoring specific input signals for
expected changes. For example, when the PCM com-
mands the Idle Air Control (IAC) Motor to a specific
position under certain operating conditions, it expects
to see a specific (target) idle speed (RPM). If it does
not, it stores a DTC.
PCM outputs monitored for functionality include:
²Fuel Injectors
²Ignition Coils
²Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid
²Idle Air Control
²Purge Solenoid
²EGR Solenoid
²LDP Solenoid
²Radiator Fan Control
²Trans Controls
OXYGEN SENSOR (O2S) MONITOR
DESCRIPTIONÐEffective control of exhaust
emissions is achieved by an oxygen feedback system.
The most important element of the feedback system
is the O2S. The O2S is located in the exhaust path.
Once it reaches operating temperature 300É to 350ÉC
(572É to 662ÉF), the sensor generates a voltage that
is inversely proportional to the amount of oxygen in
the exhaust. When there is a large amount of oxygen
in the exhaust caused by a lean condition, the sensor
produces a low voltage, below 450 mV. When the oxy-
gen content is lower, caused by a rich condition, the
sensor produces a higher voltage, above 450mV.
The information obtained by the sensor is used to
calculate the fuel injector pulse width. The PCM is
programmed to maintain the optimum air/fuel ratio.
At this mixture ratio, the catalyst works best to
remove hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO)
and nitrous oxide (NOx) from the exhaust.
The O2S is also the main sensing element for the
EGR, Catalyst and Fuel Monitors.
The O2S may fail in any or all of the following
manners:
²Slow response rate (Big Slope)
²Reduced output voltage (Half Cycle)
²Heater Performance
Slow Response Rate (Big Slope)ÐResponse rate
is the time required for the sensor to switch from
lean to rich signal output once it is exposed to a
richer than optimum A/F mixture or vice versa. As
the PCM adjusts the air/fuel ratio, the sensor must
be able to rapidly detect the change. As the sensor
ages, it could take longer to detect the changes in the
oxygen content of the exhaust gas. The rate of
change that an oxygen sensor experiences is called
'Big Slope'. The PCM checks the oxygen sensor volt-
age in increments of a few milliseconds.Reduced Output Voltage (Half Cycle)ÐThe
output voltage of the O2S ranges from 0 to 1 volt. A
good sensor can easily generate any output voltage in
this range as it is exposed to different concentrations
of oxygen. To detect a shift in the A/F mixture (lean
or rich), the output voltage has to change beyond a
threshold value. A malfunctioning sensor could have
difficulty changing beyond the threshold value. Each
time the voltage signal surpasses the threshold, a
counter is incremented by one. This is called the Half
Cycle Counter.
Heater PerformanceÐThe heater is tested by a
separate monitor. Refer to the Oxygen Sensor Heater
Monitor.
OPERATIONÐAs the Oxygen Sensor signal
switches, the PCM monitors the half cycle and big
slope signals from the oxygen sensor. If during the
test neither counter reaches a predetermined value, a
malfunction is entered and a Freeze Frame is stored.
Only one counter reaching its predetermined value is
needed for the monitor to pass.
The Oxygen Sensor Monitor is a two trip monitor
that is tested only once per trip. When the Oxygen
Sensor fails the test in two consecutive trips, the
MIL is illuminated and a DTC is set. The MIL is
extinguished when the Oxygen Sensor monitor
passes in three consecutive trips. The DTC is erased
from memory after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles
without test failure.
Enabling ConditionsÐThe following conditions
must typically be met for the PCM to run the oxygen
sensor monitor:
²Battery voltage
²Engine temperature
²Engine run time
²Engine run time at a predetermined speed
²Engine run time at a predetermined speed and
throttle opening
²Transmission in gear (automatic only)
²Fuel system in Closed Loop
²Long Term Adaptive (within parameters)
²Power Steering Switch in low PSI (no load)
²Engine at idle
²Fuel level above 15%
²Ambient air temperature
²Barometric pressure
²Engine RPM within acceptable range of desired
idle
²Closed throttle speed
Pending ConditionsÐThe Task Manager typi-
cally does not run the Oxygen Sensor Monitor if over-
lapping monitors are running or the MIL is
illuminated for any of the following:
²Misfire Monitor
²Front Oxygen Sensor and Heater Monitor
²MAP Sensor
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SuspendÐThe Task Manager does not mature a
catalyst fault if any of the following are present:
²Oxygen Sensor Monitor, Priority 1
²Upstream Oxygen Sensor Heater, Priority 1
²EGR Monitor, Priority 1
²EVAP Monitor, Priority 1
²Fuel System Monitor, Priority 2
²Misfire Monitor, Priority 2
DESCRIPTION - VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL
All models have a Vehicle Emission Control Infor-
mation (VECI) Label. Chrysler permanently attaches
the label in the engine compartment. It cannot be
removed without defacing information and destroying
the label.
The label contains the vehicle's emission specifica-
tions and vacuum hose routings. All hoses must be
connected and routed according to the label.
DESCRIPTION - TRIP DEFINITION
A ªTripº means vehicle operation (following an
engine-off period) of duration and driving mode such
that all components and systems are monitored at
least once by the diagnostic system. The monitors
must successfully pass before the PCM can verify
that a previously malfunctioning component is meet-
ing the normal operating conditions of that compo-
nent. For misfire or fuel system malfunction, the
MIL may be extinguished if the fault does not recur
when monitored during three subsequent sequential
driving cycles in which conditions are similar to
those under which the malfunction was first deter-
mined.
Anytime the MIL is illuminated, a DTC is stored.
The DTC can self erase only when the MIL has been
extinguished. Once the MIL is extinguished, the
PCM must pass the diagnostic test for the most
recent DTC for 40 warm-up cycles (80 warm-up
cycles for the Fuel System Monitor and the Misfire
Monitor) . A warm-up cycle can best be described by
the following:
²The engine must be running
²A rise of 40ÉF in engine temperature must occur
from the time when the engine was started
²Engine coolant temperature must reach at least
160ÉF
²A ªdriving cycleº that consists of engine start up
and engine shut off.
Once the above conditions occur, the PCM is con-
sidered to have passed a warm-up cycle. Due to the
conditions required to extinguish the MIL and erase
the DTC, it is most important that after a repair hasbeen made, all DTC's be erased and the repair veri-
fied.
OPERATION - NON-MONITORED CIRCUITS
The PCM does not monitor all circuits, systems
and conditions that could have malfunctions causing
driveability problems. However, problems with these
systems may cause the PCM to store diagnostic trou-
ble codes for other systems or components. For exam-
ple, a fuel pressure problem will not register a fault
directly, but could cause a rich/lean condition or mis-
fire. This could cause the PCM to store an oxygen
sensor or misfire diagnostic trouble code.
The major non-monitored circuits are listed below
along with examples of failures modes that do not
directly cause the PCM to set a DTC, but for a sys-
tem that is monitored.
FUEL PRESSURE
The fuel pressure regulator controls fuel system
pressure. The PCM cannot detect a clogged fuel
pump inlet filter, clogged in-line fuel filter, or a
pinched fuel supply or return line. However, these
could result in a rich or lean condition causing the
PCM to store an oxygen sensor or fuel system diag-
nostic trouble code.
SECONDARY IGNITION CIRCUIT
The PCM cannot detect an inoperative ignition coil,
fouled or worn spark plugs, ignition cross firing, or
open spark plug cables.
CYLINDER COMPRESSION
The PCM cannot detect uneven, low, or high engine
cylinder compression.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The PCM cannot detect a plugged, restricted or
leaking exhaust system. It may set a EGR or Fuel
system fault or O2S.
FUEL INJECTOR MECHANICAL MALFUNCTIONS
The PCM cannot determine if a fuel injector is
clogged, the needle is sticking or if the wrong injector
is installed. However, these could result in a rich or
lean condition causing the PCM to store a diagnostic
trouble code for either misfire, an oxygen sensor, or
the fuel system.
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
Although the PCM monitors engine exhaust oxygen
content when the system is in closed loop, it cannot
determine excessive oil consumption.
THROTTLE BODY AIR FLOW
The PCM cannot detect a clogged or restricted air
cleaner inlet or filter element.
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P0115 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Engine Is Cold Too Long
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Voltage To Low
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Voltage To High
P0190 Fuel Pressure Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too High
Fuel Pressure Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too Low
P0195 Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too High
Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too Low
P0201 Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Current Decrease
Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Load Drop
Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Overcurrent High Side
Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Overcurrent Low Side
P0202 Cylinder 2 Injector Circuit Current Decrease
Cylinder 2 Injector Circuit Load Drop
Cylinder 2 Injector Circuit Overcurrent High Side
Cylinder 2 Injector Circuit Overcurrent Low Side
P0203 Cylinder 3 Injector Circuit Current Decrease
Cylinder 3 Injector Circuit Load Drop
Cylinder 3 Injector Circuit Overcurrent High Side
Cylinder 3 Injector Circuit Overcurrent Low Side
P0204 Cylinder 4 Injector Circuit Current Decrease
Cylinder 4 Injector Circuit Load Drop
Cylinder 4 Injector Circuit Overcurrent High Side
Cylinder 4 Injector Circuit Overcurrent Low Side
P0235 Boost Pressure Sensor Plausibility
Boost Pressure Sensor Signal Voltage Too Low
Boost Pressure Sensor Signal Voltage Too High
Boost Pressure Sensor Signal Voltage Too High Or Low
P0335 CKP Position Sensor Circuit Dynamic Plausibility
CKP Position Sensor Circuit Overspeed Recognition
CKP Position Sensor Circuit Static Plausibility
P0340 CMP Position Sensor Circuit CMP/CKP Sync. Failure
CMP Position Sensor Circuit Dynamic Plausibility
CMP Position Sensor Circuit Fuel Shut-Off Activated
CMP Position Sensor Circuit Signal Frequency Too High
CMP Position Sensor Circuit Static Plausibility
P0380 Glow Plug Circuit A Open Circuit
Glow Plug Circuit A Short Circuit
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P0403 EGR Solenoid Circuit Open Circuit
EGR Solenoid Circuit Short Circuit
P0480 Fan 1 Control Circuit Open Circuit
Fan 1 Control Circuit Short Circuit
P0481 Fan 2 Control Circuit Open Circuit
Fan 2 Control Circuit Short Circuit
P0500 Vehicle Speed Sensor Frequency Too High
Vehicle Speed Sensor Frequency High Level Duration
Vehicle Speed Sensor Plausibility
Vehicle Speed Sensor Signal Voltage Too High
P0514 Battery Temperature Sensor Circuit Signal Voltage Too High
P0520 Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too High
Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too Low
Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit MALF Signal Voltage Too Low or High
P0530 A/C Pressure Sensor Circuit Plausibility
A/C Pressure Sensor Circuit Signal Voltage Too High
A/C Pressure Sensor Circuit Signal Voltage Too Low
A/C Pressure Sensor Circuit Supply Voltage Too High Or Low
P0560 System Voltage Too High
System Voltage Too Low
P0579 Speed Control Switch Signal Circuit Voltage Too High
Speed Control Switch Signal Circuit Voltage Too Low
P0606 ECM Error Gate Array - Communication
ECM Error Gate Array - Communication Not Verified
ECM Error Gate Array - Quantity Stop
ECM Error Gate Array - Has Occurred
ECM Error Redundant Overrun Monitoring
P0615 Starter Relay Circuit Open Circuit
Starter Relay Circuit Short Circuit
P0620 Generator Field Control MALF Open Circuit
Generator Field Control MALF Short Circuit
P0641 Sensor Reference Voltage A CKT Voltage Too High
Sensor Reference Voltage A CKT Voltage Too Low
P0645 A/C Clutch Relay Circuit Open Circuit
A/C Clutch Relay Circuit Short Circuit
P0651 Sensor Reference Voltage B CKT Voltage Too Low
Sensor Reference Voltage B CKT Voltage Too High
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