2002 ISUZU AXIOM ignition

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P0463 Fuel Level Sensor Circuit±High Voltage
060RY00163
Circuit Description
The fuel level sensor is an important input to powertrain
control module (PCM) for the enhanced evaporative
system diagnostic. Fuel level information is needed for
the PCM to know the volume of fuel in the tank. The fuel
level affects the rate of change in air pressure in the
evaporative system. Several of the enhanced
evaporative system diagnostic sub-tests are dependent
upon correct fuel level information. The diagnostic will not
run when the tank is more than 85% or less than 15%, full.
Fuel level DTCs should be diagnosed before other
evaporative system DTCs because they can cause other
DTCs to be set.
The sending unit is a float in the fuel tank which moves a
wiper arm across a variable resistor. High fuel level
causes low resistance in the sending unit. This is
recognized by the PCM because the circuit operates at a
corresponding high voltage. When the circuit is
continuously shorted to a voltage source greater than a
specified value, or when the 5 volt signal is shorted to
ground, DTC P0463 is set.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

Fuel tank level ªslosh testº is completed.

Fuel tank level ªmain testº is completed.

Fuel tank level data is valid.

Fuel tank level signal is greater than a specified value.

There are 100 test failures within a 200-test sample.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will ON the MIL after second trip with
detected the fault.

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set as Freeze Frame and in the
Failure Records data.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº after three
consecutive trips without a fault condition present. A
history DTC will be cleared if no fault conditions have
been detected for 40 warm-up cycles (engine coolant
temperature has risen 4
C (40
F) from the start-up
ECT, and ECT exceeds 71
C (160
F) during that
same ignition cycle) or the scan tool clearing function
has been used.

DTC P0463 can be cleared by using the scan tool
ªClear Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM
battery feed.

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Diagnostic Aids

Damaged harness±Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the
fuel level display on the scan tool while moving
connectors and wiring harnesses related to the sensor.
A change in the display will indicate the location of the
fault.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the
Diagnostic Chart.
2. The ETC and MAP sensors share a ground at PCM
terminal D9.
9. Equates the resistance values at various float
positions to the following fuel gauge readings:
DTC P0463± Fuel Level Sensor Circuit ±High Voltage

StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1Was the ªOn-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Checkº
performed?
ÐGo to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
21. Disconnected the fuel level sensor harness from its
connector at the fuel tank.
2. Ignition ªONº, engine ªOFFº.
3. Using a DVM, measure the voltage between the
sensor harness positive and ground wires.
Is the voltage approximately equal to the specified
value?
5 VGo to Step 8Go to Step 3
3With the negative DVM lead connected to ground, use
the positive DVM lead to probe the sensor ground wire
with the harness still disconnected.
Does the DVM indicate a short to a voltage source?
ÐGo to Step 4Go to Step 5
4Repair short to voltage between the sensor and the
PCM.
Is the repair complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
5With the negative DVM lead connected to ground, use
the positive DVM lead to probe the sensor positive wire
with the harness still disconnected.
Does the DVM indicate a voltage greater than the
specified value?
5 VGo to Step 4Go to Step 6
6Open circuit between the PCM connector and the fuel
level sensor?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 7
7Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The replacement PCM must be
programmed. Refer to
On-Vehicle Service in
Powertrain Control Module and Sensors for
procedures. And also refer to latest Service Bulletin.
Check to see if the Latest software is released or not.
And then Down Load the LATEST PROGRAMMED
SOFTWARE to the replacement PCM.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
8Remove the fuel level sensor and check the following:

Does the arm move freely?

Are the wire leads shorted together?

Do the resistance values match the specification
chart?
Was a problem found?
ÐGo to Step 9Go to Step 7
9Replace the fuel level sensor.
Is the repair complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ

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DTC P0464 ± Fuel Level Sensor Noisy Signal

StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1Was the ªOn-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Checkº
performed?
ÐGo to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
21. Ignition ªOffº, Engine ªOffº.
2. Perform ªVisual/Physical Checkº for following
points.

Lose harness connector

Clacked harness connector

Poor wire condition

Fuel tank condition

Poor sensor condition
3. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 3
31. Disassemble fuel tank on the vehicle.
2. Check the below items.

Fuel sender
Was a problem found?
ÐGo to Step 4Go to Step 5
4Replace the Fuel sender.
Was the action complete?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 5
5Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The replacement PCM must be
programmed. Refer to
On-Vehicle Service in
Powertrain Control Module and Sensors for
procedures.
And also refer to latest Service Bulletin.
Check to see if the Latest software is released or not.
And then Down Load the LATEST PROGRAMMED
SOFTWARE to the replacement PCM.
Was the action completed?
ÐVerify repairÐ

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DTC P0502 ± VSS Circuit Low Input

StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1Was the ªOn-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Checkº
performed?
ÐGo to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2Does the speedometer work?ÐGo to Step 10Go to Step 3
31. Disconnect the VSS connector.
2. Ignition ªONº.
3. Using a test light to battery +, probe the connector
ground wire.
Did the light illuminate?
ÐGo to Step 5Go to Step 4
4Repair the sensor ground.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
51. Ignition ªONº, sensor disconnected.
2. Using a DVM, measure at the VSS connector
between ground and voltage supply.
Was the measurement near the specified value?
Battery
voltage
Go to Step 7Go to Step 6
6Repair the open or short to ground which may have
blown the meter fuse.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
71. Ignition ªONº, VSS disconnected.
2. Using a DVM, measure at the VSS connector
between ground and the wire from the
speedometer.
Was the measurement near the specified value?
7.5-8 VGo to Step 9Go to Step 8
8Check for an open or short circuit between the
speedometer and the VSS.
Was an open or short circuit located?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 9
9Replace the speedometer.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ

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DTC P0502 ± VSS Circuit Low Input

 
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
101. Ignition ªOFFº.
2. Disconnect the MAF sensor. The connector
attaches the VSS wires from the transmission
harness to the left-side engine harness.
3. Disconnect the black 16-way connector.
4. Select a terminal adapter from kit J 35616 that can
be used with a jumper to supply B+ to the blue wire
with a yellow tracer (transmission side of the
connector).
5. Use another terminal adapter to attach a voltmeter
to the light-green wire with a white tracer (next to the
wire in the previous step.)
6. Disconnect the blue connector next to the black
16-way connector, and locate the black/red tracer
wire at one corner of the blue connector. The
black/red wire is the VSS ground. Use a terminal
adapter to attach a jumper to ground to the
black/red VSS ground wire at the transmission side
of the blue connector.
7. Raise the rear wheels off the ground with
transmission in neutral.
Does the DVM toggle back and forth between 0.6 V and
10 V as the wheels (and driveshaft) are rotated?
ÐGo to Step 11Go to Step 12
11Replace the VSS.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
12Check for an open or short between the PCM and the
speedometer.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 13
13Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The replacement PCM must be
programmed. Refer to
On-Vehicle Service in
Powertrain Control Module and Sensors for
procedures.
ANd also refer to latest Service Bulletin.
Check to see if the Latest software is released or not.
And then Down Load the LATEST PROGRAMMED
SOFTWARE to the replacement PCM.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0506 Idle Air Control System Low RPM
060R200057
Circuit Description
The powertrain control module (PCM) controls engine
speed by adjusting the position of the throttle control
valve (DC motor). The throttle motor is a DC motor driven
by one coil. The PCM applies current to the DC motor coil
in position (%) to adjustment the throttle valve into a
passage in the throttle body to air flow. This method
allows highly accurate control of engine speed and quick
response to changes in engine load.
If the PCM detects a condition where too low of an idle
speed is present and the PCM is unable to adjust idle
speed by increasing the throttle position, DTC P0506 will
set, indicating a problem with the idle control system.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

No TPS, VSS, ECT, EGR, MAF, MAP, IAT, low voltage,
fuel system, canister purge, injector control, or ignition
control DTCs are set.

MAP is less than 60 kPa.

Canister purge duty cycle is above 10%.

Engine running time is more than 125 seconds.

Vehicle speed is less than 1 mph.

Engine coolant temperature (ECT) is above 50
C
(122
F).

Ignition voltage is between 9.5 volts and 16.7 volts.

The throttle is closed.

EVAP purge duty cycle more than 10%.

All conditions are met for 10 seconds.

Barometric pressure is more than 74.5 kPa.
Engine speed is more than 100-200 RPM lower than
desired idle based upon coolant temperature.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) after the second consecutive trip in which the
fault is detected.

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set as Freeze Frame and in the
Failure Records data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTC P0506 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:

Poor connection at PCM or throttle DC motor ± Inspect
harness connectors for backed-out terminals,
improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or
damaged terminals, and poor terminal-to-wire
connection.

Damaged harness ± Inspect the wiring harness for
damage.

Restricted air intake system ± Check for a possible
collapsed air intake duct, restricted air filter element, or
foreign objects blocking the air intake system.

Throttle body ± Check for objects blocking the ETC
passage or throttle bore, excessive deposits in the

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P0507 Idle Air Control System High RPM
060R200057
Circuit Description
The powertrain control module (PCM) controls engine
speed by adjusting the position of the throttle control
valve (DC motor). The throttle motor is a DC motor driven
by one coil. The PCM applies current to the DC motor coil
in position (%) to adjustment the throttle valve into a
passage in the throttle body to air flow. This method
allows highly accurate control of engine speed and quick
response to changes in engine load.
If the PCM detects a condition where too high of an idle
speed is present and the PCM is unable to adjust idle
speed by increasing the throttle position, DTC P0507 will
set, indicating a problem with the idle control system.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

No TPS, VSS, ECT, EGR, MAF, MAP, IAT, low voltage,
fuel system, canister purge, injector control or ignition
control DTCs are set.

Barometric pressure is above 75 kPa.

Canister purge duty cycle is above 10%.

Engine running time is more than 125 seconds.

Vehicle speed is less than 1 mph.

Engine coolant temperature (ECT) is above 50
C
(122
F).

Ignition voltage is between 9.5 volts and 16.7 volts.

The throttle is closed.

EVAP purge duty cycle is more than 10%.
All conditions are met for 10 seconds.

Engine speed is more than 100-200 RPM higher than
desired idle based upon coolant temperature.

Barometric pressure is more than 74.5 kPa.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) after the second consecutive trip in which the
fault is detected.

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set as Freeze Frame and in the
Failure Records data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P0507 will clear after 40 consecutive
warm-up cycles have occurred without a fault.

DTC P0507 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:

Poor connection at PCM or throttle DC motor ± Inspect
harness connectors for backed-out terminals,
improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0562 System Voltage Low
060R200058
Circuit Description
The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the
system voltage on the ignition feed terminal to the PCM.
A system voltage DTC will set whenever the voltage is
below a calibrated value.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

Ignition ªONº.

System voltage is below 11.5 volts for 40 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL).

The PCM will store as Failure Records conditions
which were present when the DTC was set. This
information will not be stored as Freeze Frame data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

A history DTC P0562 will clear after 40 consecutive
warm-up cycles have occurred without a fault.

DTC P0562 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids
If the DTC sets when an accessory is operated, check for
a poor connection or excessive current draw.