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Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Diagnosis
An EGR flow check diagnosis of the linear EGR system is
covered by DTC P0401. Pintle position error diagnosis is
covered by DTC P0402, P0404, P1404, P0405, P0406. If
EGR diagnostic trouble codes P0401 and/or P0402,
P0404, P1404, P0405, P0406 are encountered, refer to
the DTC charts.
Engine Tech 2 Data Definitions and
Ranges
A/C CLUTCH ± Tech 2 Displays ON or OFF ±
Indicates whether the PCM has commanded the A/C
clutch ON. Used in A/C system diagnostic.
A/C REQUEST Ð Tech 2 Displays YES or NO Ð
Indicates the state of the A/C request input circuit from the
HVAC controls. The PCM uses the A/C request signal to
determine whether A/C compressor operation is being
requested.
AIR/FUEL RATIO Ð Tech 2 Range 0.0-25.5 Ð
Air/fuel ratio indicates the PCM commanded value. In
closed loop, the air/fuel ratio should normally be
displayed around ª14.2-14.7º. A lower air/fuel ratio
indicates a richer commanded mixture, which may be
seen during power enrichment or TWC protection modes.
A higher air/fuel ratio indicates a leaner commanded
mixture. This can be seen during deceleration fuel mode.
AP1 ÐTech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
AP (accelerator pedal) angle is computed by the PCM
from the AP sensor voltage. AP angle should display
ª13%º at idle and ª85-89%º at wide open throttle.
AP2 ÐTech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
AP (accelerator pedal) angle is computed by the PCM
from the AP sensor voltage. AP angle should display
ª85-89%º at idle and ª11-15%º at wide open throttle.
AP3 ÐTech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
AP (accelerator pedal) angle is computed by the PCM
from the AP sensor voltage. AP angle should display
ª85-89%º at idle and ª32-36%º at wide open throttle.
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE Ð Tech 2 Range 10-105
kPa/0.00-5.00 Volts Ð
The barometric pressure reading is determined from the
MAP sensor signal monitored during key up and wide
open throttle (WOT) conditions. The barometric pressure
is used to compensate for altitude differences and is
normally displayed around ª61-104º depending on
altitude and barometric pressure.
CHECK TRANS LAMP Ð AUTO TRANSMISSION Ð
Indicates the need to check for a DTC with the Tech 2
when the lamp is flashing 0.2 seconds ON and 0.2
seconds OFF.
DESIRED EGR POS. Ð Tech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
Represents the EGR pintle position that the PCM is
commanding.
DESIRED IDLE Ð Tech 2 Range 0-3187 RPM Ð
The idle speed that the PCM is commanding. The PCM
will compensate for various engine loads based on engine
coolant temperature, to keep the engine at the desired
speed.ECT Ð (Engine Coolant Temperature) Tech 2
Range ±40C to 151C (±40F to 304F) Ð
The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is mounted in the
coolant stream and sends engine temperature
information to the PCM. The PCM applies 5 volts to the
ECT sensor circuit. The sensor is a thermistor which
changes internal resistance as temperature changes.
When the sensor is cold (high resistance), the PCM
monitors a high signal voltage and interprets that as a cold
engine. As the sensor warms (decreasing resistance),
the voltage signal will decrease and the PCM will interpret
the lower voltage as a warm engine.
EGR DUTY CYCLE Ð Tech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
Represents the EGR valve driver PWM signal from the
PCM. A duty cycle of 0% indicates that no EGR flow is
being commanded; a 100% duty cycle indicates
maximum EGR flow commanded.
EGR FEEDBACK Ð Tech 2 Range 0.00-5.00 Volts Ð
Indicates the EGR pintle position sensor signal voltage
being monitored by the PCM. A low voltage indicates a
fully extended pintle (closed valve); a voltage near 5 volts
indicates a retracted pintle (open valve).
ENGINE LOAD Ð Tech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
Engine load is calculated by the PCM from engine speed
and MAF sensor readings. Engine load should increase
with an increase in RPM or air flow.
ENGINE RUN TIME Ð Tech 2 Range
00:00:00-99:99:99 Hrs:Min:Sec Ð
Indicates the time elapsed since the engine was started.
If the engine is stopped, engine run time will be reset to
00:00:00.
ENGINE SPEED Ð Range 0-9999 RPM Ð
Engine speed is computed by the PCM from the 58X
reference input. It should remain close to desired idle
under various engine loads with engine idling.
EVAP PURGE PWM Ð Tech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
Represents the PCM commanded PWM duty cycle of the
EVAP purge solenoid valve. ª0%º displayed indicates no
purge; ª100%º displayed indicates full purge.
FUEL PUMP Ð Tech 2 Displays ON or OFF Ð
Indicates the PCM commanded state of the fuel pump
relay driver circuit.
HO2S BANK 1, SEN. 1
Ð Tech 2 Range 0-1132 mV Ð
Represents the fuel control exhaust oxygen sensor
output voltage. Should fluctuate constantly within a range
between 10 mV (lean exhaust) and 1000 mV (rich
exhaust) while operating in closed loop.
HO2S BANK 1, SEN. 2
Ð Tech 2 Range 0-1000mV Ð
Monitors the exhaust oxygen sensor output voltage. The
PCM monitors the operating efficiency of catalytic
converter by comparing the output voltages of sensor 1
and sensor 2 in this bank. If the catalytic converter is
operating efficiently, the output voltage of sensor 1 will
give a greater fluctuation than that of sensor 2. If the
PCM detects an abnormal level of voltage fluctuation
from sensor 2, a DTC P0420 will be set, indicating that the
catalytic converter for this bank is no longer operating
efficiently.
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MISFIRE CUR. CYL. #1 /#2 /#3 /#4 / #5 / #6 Ð Tech 2
Range 0-65535 Counts Ð
The misfire history counters display the relative level of
misfire that has been detected on each cylinder. The
misfire history counters will not update or show any
activity until a misfire DTC (P0300) has become active.
MISFIRE FAILURES SINCE FIRST FAIL Ð Tech 2
Range 0-65535 Counts Ð
Indicates the number of 200 crankshaft revolution sample
periods during which the level of misfire was sufficiently
high to report a fail.
MISFIRE PASSES SINCE FIRST FAIL Ð Tech 2
Range 0-65535 Counts Ð
Indicates the number of 200 crankshaft revolution sample
periods during which the level of misfire was sufficiently
low to report a pass.
POWER ENRICHMENT Ð Tech 2 Displays ACTIVE
or INACTIVE Ð
ªACTIVEº displayed indicates that the PCM has detected
conditions appropriate to operate in power enrichment
mode. The PCM will command power enrichment mode
when a large increase in throttle position and load is
detected. While in power enrichment mode, the PCM will
increase the amount of fuel delivered by entering open
loop and increasing the injector pulse width. This is done
to prevent a possible sag or hesitation from occurring
during acceleration.
SPARK Ð Tech 2 Range ±64 to 64 Ð
Displays the amount of spark advance being commanded
by the PCM on the IC circuit.
START-UP ECT Ð Tech 2 Range ±40C to 151C
(±40F to 304F) Ð
Indicates the engine coolant temperature at the time that
the vehicle was started. Used by the HO2S diagnostic to
determine if the last start-up was a cold start.
START-UP IAT Ð Tech 2 Range ±40C to 151C
(±40F to 304F) Ð
Indicates the intake air temperature at the time that the
vehicle was started. Used by the HO2S diagnostic to
determine if the last start-up was a cold start.
TOTAL MISFIRE CURRENT COUNT Ð Tech 2
Range 0-255 Ð
Indicates the total number of cylinder firing events that
were detected as being misfires during the last 200
crankshaft revolution sample period.
TP Ð Tech 2 Range 0%-100% Ð
TP (throttle position) angle is computed by the PCM from
the TP sensor voltage. TP angle should display ª3-5%º
at idle and ª100%º at wide open throttle.
CATALYST PROTECTION MODE Ð Tech 2 Displays
YES or NO Ð
ªYESº displayed indicates that the PCM has detected
conditions appropriate to operate in TWC protection
mode. The PCM will decrease the air/fuel ratio to a value
that depends on mass air flow (higher mass air flow =
lower air/fuel ratio).UPSHIFT LAMP (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
VEHICLE SPEED Ð Tech 2 Range 0-255 km/h
(0-155 mph) Ð
The vehicle speed sensor signal is converted into km/h
and mph for display.
WEAK CYLINDER Ð Tech 2 Displays Cylinder
Number Ð
This indicates that the PCM has detected crankshaft
speed variations that indicate 2% or more cylinder firing
events are misfires.
Typical Scan Data Values
Use the Typical Scan Data Values Table only after the
On-Board Diagnostic System Check has been
completed, no DTC(s) were noted, and you have
determined that the on-board diagnostics are functioning
properly. Tech 2 values from a properly-running engine
may be used for comparison with the engine you are
diagnosing. The typical scan data values represent
values that would be seen on a normally-running engine.
NOTE: A Tech 2 that displays faulty data should not be
used, and the problem should be reported to the Tech 2
manufacturer. Use of a faulty Tech 2 can result in
misdiagnosis and unnecessary replacement of parts.
Only the parameters listed below are referred to in this
service manual for use in diagnosis. For further
information on using the Tech 2 to diagnose the PCM and
related sensors, refer to the applicable reference section
listed below. If all values are within the typical range
described below, refer to the
Symptoms section for
diagnosis.
Test Conditions
Engine running, lower radiator hose hot, transmission in
park or neutral, closed loop, accessories off, brake not
applied and air conditioning off.
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6VE1 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
3.5L V-6 Engine (Automatic and Manual Transmission)
Tech 2
Parameter
Data ListUnits DisplayedTypical Data
Values (IDLE)Typical Data
Values
(2500 RPM)Refer To
A/C Clutch
RelayEngineOn/OffOffOffGeneral Description and
Operation, A/C Clutch
Circuit Operation
A/C RequestEngineYes/NoNoNoGeneral Description and
Operation, A/C Request
Signal
Air/Fuel RatioEngineRatio: _ to 114.714.7General Description and
Operation, Fuel System
Metering Purpose
APP Sensor1EnginePercent11±1335±40General Description and
Operation
APP Sensor2EnginePercent87±8860±65General Description and
Operation
APP Sensor3EnginePercent87±8850±57General Description and
Operation
Barometric
PressureEnginekPa61-104
(depends on
altitude and
barometric
pressure)61-104
(depends on
altitude and
barometric
pressure)General Description and
Operation
Brake Light
SwitchEngineOpen 0V/Closed
12VOpen 0VOpen 0VRefer to Section 5
Check Trans
Lamp (Auto
Trans)EngineOn/OffOffOff4L30-E Automatic
Transmission Diagnosis
Cruise Main
SwitchEngineActive/InactiveInactiveInactiveRefer to Section 10
Cruise Set
SwitchEngineActive/InactiveInactiveInactiveRefer to Section 10
Cruise Cancel
SwitchEngineActive/InactiveInactiveInactiveRefer to Section 10
Cruise
Resume
SwitchEngineActive/InactiveInactiveInactiveRefer to Section 10
Decel Fuel
CutoffEngineActive/InactiveInactiveInactiveGeneral Description and
Operation, Deceleration
Mode
Desired EGR
PositionEnginePercent0%0%General Description and
Operation, EGR Pintle
Position Sensor
Desired Idle
SpeedEngineRPM750800General Description and
Operation
ECT (Engine
Coolant Temp)EngineDegrees C,
Degrees F80-100C
(176-212F)80-100C
(176-212F)General Description and
Operation, Engine
Coolant Temperature
(ECT) Sensor
EGR Closed
Pintle PositionEngineSteps20-4020-40General Description and
Operation, EGR Pintle
Position Sensor
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Tech 2
ParameterRefer To Typical Data
Values
(2500 RPM) Typical Data
Values (IDLE) Units Displayed Data List
Long Term FT
Bank 2 (Long
Term Fuel
Trim)MisfireCounts and
Percentage100 to 150
counts, ±22%
to +17%100 to 150
counts, ±22%
to +17%Diagnosis, Fuel Trim
System Monitor; DTCs:
P0171
MAF (Mass Air
Flow)EngineGrams per
second2.85-6.659.5-16.5General Description and
Operation, MAF; DTCs:
P101, P0102, P0103
MAP kPa
(Manifold
Absolute
EngineKilopascals23-4019-32General Description and
Operation, Manifold
Absolute Pressure (MAP)Absolute
Pressure)Volts0.65-1.320.46-1.10Absolute Pressure (MAP)
Sensor; DTCs: P0106,
P0107, P0108
MILEngineOn/OffOffOffOn-Board Diagnostic
System Check
Misfire Cur. Cyl
#1MisfireCounts0-20-2DTC P0300
Misfire Cur. Cyl
#2MisfireCounts0-20-2DTC P0300
Misfire Cur. Cyl
#3MisfireCounts0-20-2DTC P0300
Misfire Cur. Cyl
#4MisfireCounts0-20-2DTC P0300
Misfire Cur. Cyl
#5MisfireCounts0-20-2DTC P0300
Misfire Cur. Cyl
#6MisfireCounts0-20-2DTC P0300
Misfire Hist.
Cyl #1MisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Hist.
Cyl #2MisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Hist.
Cyl #3MisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Hist.
Cyl #4MisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Hist.
Cyl #5MisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Hist.
Cyl #6MisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Failures
Since First FailMisfireCounts00DTC P0300
Misfire Passes
Since First FailMisfireCounts00DTC P0300
PNP
(Park/Neutral
Position)EngineP-N /
R-D-3-2-LP-NP-N4L30-E Automatic
Transmission Diagnosis
Power
EnrichmentEngineNO/YESNONOGeneral Description and
Operation, Acceleration
Mode
PSP Switch
(Power
Steering
Pressure)EngineNormal/HiNormal
PressureNormal
PressureRefer to 2A Section
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Tech 2
ParameterRefer To Typical Data
Values
(2500 RPM) Typical Data
Values (IDLE) Units Displayed Data List
Spark
(Advance)EngineDegrees Before
Top Dead Center15-2234-44General Description and
Operation, Electronic
Ignition System
Start-Up ECT
(Engine
Coolant Temp)EngineDegrees C,
Degrees FDepends on
engine coolant
temperature at
time of start-upDepends on
engine coolant
temperature at
time of start-upGeneral Description and
Operation, Engine
Coolant Temperature
(ECT) Sensor
Start-Up IAT
(Intake Air
Temp)EngineDegrees C,
Degrees FDepends on
intake air
temperature at
time of start-upDepends on
intake air
temperature at
time of start-upGeneral Description and
Operation, Intake Air
Temperature (IAT) Sensor
TCC Cruise
Brake SwitchEngineActive/InactiveActiveActiveRefer to Section 10
Total Misfire
Current CountMisfireCounts0-50-5DTC P0300
TP Sensor 1
(Throttle
Position
Sensor 1)EnginePercentage8±1228±36General Description and
Operation, Throttle
Position (TP) Sensor
TP Sensor 2
(Throttle
Position
Sensor 2)EnginePercentage8±1228±36General Description and
Operation, Throttle
Position (TP) Sensor
Throttle at IdleEngineNo/YesYe sNoGeneral Description and
Operation, Throttle
Position (TP) Sensor
Upshift Lamp
(manual trans)EngineOn/OffOffOffManual Transmission
Vehicle SpeedEngineMPH / km/h004L30-E Automatic
Transmission Diagnosis
Weak CylinderMisfireCylinder #ÐÐDTC P0300
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Starter Control System Check
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
16Repair the circuit as necessary.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
17Check the starter signal circuit.
1. Remove the starter fuse (10A).
2. Disconnect the PCM.
3. Check the circuit between Powertrain Control
module (PCM) and starter fuse.
Is the problem found?
ÐGo to Step 18Go to Step 19
18Repair the circuit as necessary.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
19Check the ªpark or neutralº signal circuit.
1. Remove the starter relay.
2. Disconnect the PCM.
3. Check the circuit between PCM and starter relay.
Is the problem found?
ÐGo to Step 20Go to Step 21
20Repair the circuit as necessary.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
21Check the ªpark or neutralº signal circuit.
1. Remove the starter relay.
2. Disconnect the MODE switch.
3. Remove the engine (15A) fuse and back up (15A)
fuse.
4. Check the circuit between MODE switch and starter
relay.
5. Check the circuit between MODE switch and engine
fuse.
6. Check the circuit between MODE switch and PCM.
7. Check the circuit between MODE switch and back
up fuse.
Is the problem found?
ÐGo to Step 22Go to Step 23
22Repair the circuit as necessary.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
23Check the MODE switch. Refer to 4L30E Automatic
transmission.
Is the problem found?Go to Step 24Go to Step 25
24Replace the MODE switch.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
25Check the starter motor. Refer to Section 6D Engine
Electrical.
Is the problem found?Go to Step 26Go to Step 28
26Replace the starter motor.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
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Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Check
StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1Check the EGR valve for looseness.
Is the EGR valve Loose?
ÐGo to Step 2Go to Step 3
2Tighten the EGR valve.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
31. Place the transmission selector in Park or Neutral.
2. Start the engine and idle until warm.
3. Using a Tech 2, command EGR ª50% ONº.
(Refer to the Miscellaneous Test.)
Does the engine idle rough and lose RPMs?
Ð
EGR system
working
properly. No
problem
found.
Go to Step 4
41. Engine ªOFFº.
2. Ignition ªONº.
3. Using a test light to ground, check the EGR harness
between the EGR valve and the ignition feed.
Does the test light illuminate?
ÐGo to Step 6Go to Step 5
5Repair the EGR harness ignition feed.
Was the problem corrected?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 6
61. Remove the EGR valve.
2. Visually and physically inspect the EGR valve
pintle, valve passages and adapter for excessive
deposits, obstructions or any restrictions.
Does the EGR valve have excessive deposits,
obstructions or any restrictions?
ÐGo to Step 7Go to Step 8
7Clean or replace EGR system components as
necessary.
Was the problem corrected?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 8
81. Ground the EGR valve metal case to battery (±).
2. Using a Tech 2, command EGR ªONº and observe
the EGR valve pintle for movement.
Does the EGR valve pintle move according to
command?
ÐGo to Step 9
Go to DTC
P1406 chart
91. Remove the EGR inlet and outlet pipes from the
intake and exhaust manifolds.
2. Visually and physically inspect manifold EGR ports
and EGR inlet and outlet pipes for blockage or
restriction caused by excessive deposits or other
damage.
Do the manifold EGR ports or inlet and outlet pipes
have excessive deposits, obstructions, or any
restrictions?
ÐGo to Step 10
EGR system
working
properly. No
problem
found.
10Clean or replace EGR system components as
necessary.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
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DTC P0101 ± MAF System Performance
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
71. Connect the MAF Sensor wiring harness connector
to the MAF Sensor.
2. Connect the Tech 2 to the vehicle.
3. Place the Transmission in Park/Neutral, and fully
apply the Parking Brake.
4. Start the engine.
5. Select the Mass Air Flow (MAF) parameter on the
Tech 2.
With the engine idling, does the Tech 2 display the
following value(s)?
4 to 7 g/sGo to Step 8Go to Step 9
8Observe the Tech 2 value while increasing the engine
RPM to its upper limit.
Does the Tech 2 display the following value(s)?
25 to 40 g/sGo to Step 10Go to Step 9
9Replace the MAF Sensor.
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ
10Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The PCM must be reprogrammed. Refer
to PCM reprogramming.
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