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CUTS OUT, MISSES SYMPTOM
DEFINITIONS: Steady pulsation or jerking that follows
engine speed; usually more pronounced as engine load
increases.
time rpm
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2Go to On Board
Diagnostic
(OBD) System
Check
2 1. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found,
correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.
Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?—Verify repair Go to Step 3
3 Was a visually/physical check performed?
—Go to Step 4Go to Visual /
physical Check
4 Is the customer using the incorrect fuel type? Diesel fuel
onlyReplace with
diesel fuel Go to Step 5
5 Visually/physically inspect for the following conditions.
Restrict air intake system. Check for a restricted air
filter element, or foreign objects blocking the air
intake system
Check for objects blocking or ex cessive deposits in
the throttle bore and on the throttle plate
Check for a condition that causes a large vacuum
leak, such as an incorrectly installed or faulty
crankcase ventilation hose.
Restrict air intake system at the turbocharger.
Check for objects blocking the turbocharger
compressor
wheel or turbine shaft sticking.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 6
6 Check the ECM & PSG grounds to verify that they are
clean and tight. Refer to the ECM wiring diagrams.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 7
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7 1. Using the Tech 2, perform test drive.
2. Monitor the “Vehicle Speed” in the data display.
Does the Tech 2 indicate correct “Vehicle Speed”
depending on driving speed?
—Go to Step 11Go to Step 8
8 Check the VSS harness for the following conditions.
Check for poor connector connection.
Check for misrouted harness.
Check for any accessory parts which may cause
electric interference.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found? —Verify repair Go to Step 9
9 Substitute a known good VSS and recheck.
Was the problem solved?—Go to Step 10Go to Step 31
10 Replace the VSS assembly.
Is the action complete?—Veri fy repai r—
11 1. Using the Tech 2, ignition “On” and engine “Run”.
2. Monitor the “Mass Air Flow” in the data display.
Does the Tech 2 indicate correct “Mass Air Flow”
depending on accelerator pedal operation? —Go to Step 16Go to Step 12
12 Remove the MAF & IAT sensor assembly and check
for the following conditions.
Objects blocking at the MAF sensor element.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 13
13 Check the MAF sensor harness for the following
conditions.
Check for poor connector connection.
Check for misrouted harness.
Check for any accessory parts which may cause
electric interference.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found? —Verify repair Go to Step 14
14 Substitute a known good MAF & IAT sensor assembly
and recheck.
Was the problem solved?—Go to Step 15Go to Step 31
15 Replace the MAF & IAT sensor assembly.
Is the action complete?—Veri fy repai r— Step Action Value(s) Yes No
When constant vehicle speed
Hi ghCorrect Speed
Low
Ti m e
Unstable Data
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16 1. Using the Tech 2, ignition “On” and engine “Off”.
2. Monitor the “Pedal/Throttle Position” and “Idle
Switch” in the data display.
Does the Tech 2 indicate correct “Pedal/Throttle
Position” from 0% to 100% and correct “Idle Switch”
status depending on accelerator pedal operation?—Go to Step 21Go to Step 17
17 1. Using the Tech 2, ignition “On” and engine “Off”.
2. Monitor the “Pedal/Throttle Position” and “Idle
Switch” in the data display.
3. Adjust the accelerator cable or TPS within 0% to
100%.
Was the problem solved?—Verify repair Go to Step 18
18 Check the TPS harness for the following conditions.
Check for poor connector connection.
Check for misrouted harness.
Check for any accessory parts which may cause
electric interference.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found? —Verify repair Go to Step 19
19 Substitute a known good TPS and recheck.
Was the problem solved?—Go to Step 20Go to Step 31
20 Replace the TPS.
Is the action complete?—Veri fy repai r—
21 Remove the CKP sensor from the flywheel housing
and check for the following conditions.
Objects sticking the CKP sensor.
Objects sticking the CKP sensor pulser.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found? —Verify repair Go to Step 22
22 Check the CKP sensor harness for the following
conditions.
Check for poor connector connection.
Check for misrouted harness.
Check for any accessory parts which may cause
electric interference.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found? —Verify repair Go to Step 23
23 Substitute a known good CKP sensor and recheck.
Was the problem solved?—Go to Step 24Go to Step 25
24 Replace the CKP sensor.
Is the action complete?—Veri fy repai r— Step Action Value(s) Yes No
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25 1. Using the Tech 2 and ignition “On” and engine
“Run”.
2. Monitor the following parameters in the data
display.
“Desired Injection Quantity” & “Injection Quantity”
“Desired Injection Start” & “Actual Injection Start”
Are the large gap or unstable parameter displayed
between “Desired” and “Actual”?
—Go to Step 29Go to Step 26 Step Action Value(s) Yes No
When idling or part-throttle
Hi ghDesired
Low
Ti m e
Actual
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26 Using the Tech 2 or the vacuum pump and check the
EGR valve operation for the following condition
through the small window.
ÅERestrict shaft movement. Check for objects sticking
the shaft, broken diaphragm or ex cessive carbon
deposit.
Tech 2:
1. Using the Tech 2, ignition "On" and engine "On".
2. Select the "Miscellaneous Test" and perform the
"EGR Solenoid Test" in the "Solenoid".
3. Operate the Tech 2 in accordance with procedure.
Solenoid 95%: EGR Valve Open
Solenoid 5%: EGR Valve Close
Vacuum Pump:
1. Using the vacuum pump. Disconnect the original
vacuum hose and connect the hose to the EGR
valve.
2. Apply vacuum pressure.
Vacuum Apply: EGR Valve Open
Vacuum Release: EGR Valve Close
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 27
27 Visually/physically inspect for the following conditions.
Restrict fuel supply system. Check for a pinched
fuel hose/pipe.
Check for a condition that causes fuel wax ing or
icing, such as the customer is using an incorrect
fuel type in winter season or water mix ed with the
fuel.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 28
28 Replace the fuel filter.
Was the problem solved?—Verify repair Go to Step 29 Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Vacuum Pump Small Window
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29 Remove the eye bolt with gauze filter from the
injection pump and check for the following conditions.
Objects blocking at the gauze filter. Check for a
condition that causes contaminated fuel, such as
the customer is using an aftermarket fuel filter or
ex tended maintenance interval.
Check for a condition that causes fuel wax ing or
icing, such as the customer is using an incorrect
fuel type in winter season or water mix ed with the
fuel.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found?
—Replace the
eye bolt with
gauze filter and
verify repair Go to Step 30
30 1. Review all diagnostic procedures within this table.
2. If all procedures have been completed and no
malfunctions have been found, review/inspect the
followi ng:
Visual/physical inspection
Tech 2 data
All electrical connections within a suspected circuit
and/or system
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 31
31 Is the ECM programmed with the latest software
release?
If not, download the latest software to the ECM using
the “SPS (Service Programming System)”.
Was the problem solved?—Verify repair Go to Step 32
32 Substitute a known good ECM and recheck.
Was the problem solved?
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to section of the Service
Programming System (SPS) in this manual.
Following ECM programming, the immobilizer system
(if equipped) must be linked to the ECM. Refer to
section 11 “Immobilizer System-ECM replacement” for
the ECM/Immobilizer linking procedure. —Go to Step 33Go to Step 34
33 Replace the ECM.
Is the action complete?
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to section of the Service
Programming System (SPS) in this manual.
Following ECM programming, the immobilizer system
(if equipped) must be linked to the ECM. Refer to
section 11 “Immobilizer System-ECM replacement” for
the ECM/Immobilizer linking procedure.—Veri fy repai r— Step Action Value(s) Yes No
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34 Replace the injection pump assembly.
Is the action complete?—Veri fy repai r— Step Action Value(s) Yes No
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6E–396 4JA1/4JH1 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
LACK OF POWER, SLUGGISH OR SPONGY SYMPTOM
DEFINITIONS: Engine delivers less than ex pected power. Attempting part-throttle acceleration results in little or no
increase in vehicle speed.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2Go to On Board
Diagnostic
(OBD) System
Check
2 1. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found,
correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.
Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?—Verify repair Go to Step 3
3 Was a visually/physical check performed?
—Go to Step 4Go to Visual /
physical Check
4 Is the customer using the incorrect fuel type? Diesel fuel
onlyReplace with
diesel fuel Go to Step 5
5 Visually/physically inspect for the following conditions.
Restrict air intake system. Check for a restricted air
filter element, or foreign objects blocking the air
intake system
Check for objects blocking or ex cessive deposits in
the throttle bore and on the throttle plate
Check for a condition that causes a large vacuum
leak, such as an incorrectly installed or faulty
crankcase ventilation hose.
Restrict air intake system at the turbocharger.
Check for objects blocking the turbocharger
compressor wheel or turbine shaft sticking.
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 6
6 Check the ECM & PSG grounds to verify that they are
clean and tight. Refer to the ECM wiring diagrams.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 7
7 1. Using the Tech 2, display the ECT sensor and IAT
sensor value.
2. Check the displayed value.
Does the Tech 2 indicate correct temperature
depending on engine condition?
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 8
8 1. Using the Tech 2, display the FT sensor value.
2. Check the displayed value.
Does the Tech 2 indicate correct temperature
depending on engine condition?
If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found?—Go to Step 29Go to Step 9
9 1. Using the Tech 2, ignition “On” and engine “Run”.
2. Monitor the “Mass Air Flow” in the data display.
Does the Tech 2 indicate correct “Mass Air Flow”
depending on accelerator pedal operation? —Go to Step 14Go to Step 10