3512C and 3516C Engines Caterpillar


Analog Sensor (Passive)

Usage:

3516C 9F4
System Operation Description:

Use this procedure to troubleshoot the electrical system if a problem is suspected with the sensors or if any one of the diagnostic codes in Table 1 is active or easily repeated.

Table 1
Diagnostic Codes Table 
Description  Conditions which Generate this Code  System Response 
105-3 Inlet Manifold Temperature Sensor voltage above normal  The engine's Electronic Control Module (ECM) detects signal voltage that is more than 4.8 VDC for one second.
The ECM has been powered for at least three seconds. 
The code is logged.
The value of the parameter is set to zero. 
105-4 Inlet Manifold Temperature Sensor voltage below normal  The ECM detects signal voltage that is less than 0.2 VDC for one second.
The ECM has been powered for at least three seconds. 
175-3 Engine Oil Temperature Sensor voltage above normal  The ECM detects signal voltage that is more than 4.8 VDC for one second.
The ECM has been powered for at least three seconds. 
The code is logged.
The value of the parameter is set to zero. 
175-4 Engine Oil Temperature Sensor voltage below normal  The ECM detects signal voltage that is less than 0.2 VDC for one second.
The ECM has been powered for at least three seconds. 

System Operation

Use this procedure to troubleshoot any suspect problems with the following sensors:

  • Inlet manifold temperature sensor

  • Engine oil temperature sensor

The sensor signal for the passive sensors is routed from the ECM to the connector for the right rail. The sensor signal is then routed to terminal 1 of each sensor connector. The sensor return for the passive sensors is routed from the ECM to the connector for the right rail. The sensor return is then routed to terminal 2 of each sensor connector.



Illustration 1g01242605
Typical schematic


Illustration 2g01242612
P1 ECM connector
(P1-3) Sensor return (left rail)
(P1-14) "Inlet manifold temperature sensor"
(P1-26) Engine oil temperature sensor
(P1-35) Sensor return (right rail)


Illustration 3g01163206
Sensor connector
(Terminal 1) Sensor signal
(Terminal 2) Sensor return


Illustration 4g01234146
Location of ECM connectors

Test Step 1. Check for "Active" or "Logged" Diagnostic Codes

  1. Connect Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) to the service tool connector.

  2. Restore power to the ECM.

  3. Monitor the diagnostic codes on Cat ET. Check and record any diagnostic codes.

    Note: Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to become active.

  4. Determine if the problem is active and related to one of the following diagnostic codes:

    • 3

    • 4

Expected Result:

No diagnostic codes are active at this time.

Results:

  • OK - No diagnostic codes are active at this time.

    Repair: The problem may be intermittent. If the problem is intermittent refer to Troubleshooting, "Inspecting Electrical Connectors".

    STOP

  • Not OK - An active 3 diagnostic code is present. Proceed to Test Step 2.

  • Not OK - An active 4 diagnostic code is present. Proceed to Test Step 4.

Test Step 2. Check for Battery Voltage on the Signal Wire

  1. Measure the voltage on the harness side of the sensor connector between pin 1 and engine ground for the suspect sensor(s).

Expected Result:

The signal voltage is less than Battery voltage.

Results:

  • OK - The signal voltage is less than Battery voltage. Proceed to Test Step 3.

  • Not OK - The signal voltage is equal to Battery voltage.

    Repair: There is a short in the harness to the Battery. Repair the wiring.

    STOP

Test Step 3. Create a Short at the Sensor Connector

  1. Disconnect the suspect sensor.

  2. Use a wire jumper in order to create a short between terminal 1 (signal) and terminal 2 (sensor return) at the sensor connector.

  3. Restore power to the ECM.

  4. Access the "Active Diagnostic Code" screen on Cat ET. Check for an active 4 diagnostic code for the suspect sensor.

    Note: Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to become active.

  5. Remove power from the ECM.

Expected Result:

A 4 diagnostic code is now active for the suspect sensor(s).

Results:

  • OK - A 3 diagnostic code was active before creating the short at the sensor connector. A 4 diagnostic code became active after creating the short at the sensor connector.

    Repair: Temporarily connect a new sensor to the harness, but do not install the new sensor in the engine. Verify that there are no active diagnostic codes for the sensor. If there are no active diagnostic codes for the sensor, permanently install the new sensor. Clear any logged diagnostic codes.

    STOP

  • Not OK - A 3 diagnostic code is still active for the suspect sensor(s). Proceed to Test Step 5.

Test Step 4. Create an Open at the Suspect Sensor Connector

  1. Remove power from the ECM.

  2. Disconnect the sensor connector of the suspect sensor(s) with the active 4 diagnostic code.

  3. Restore power to the ECM.

  4. Access the "Active Diagnostic Code" screen on Cat ET. Check for an active 3 diagnostic code.

    Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to become active.

  5. Remove power from the ECM.

Expected Result:

A 3 diagnostic code is now active for the suspect sensor(s).

Results:

  • OK - A 4 diagnostic code was active before disconnecting the sensor. A 3 diagnostic code became active after disconnecting the sensor.

    Repair: Temporarily connect a new sensor to the harness, but do not install the new sensor in the engine. Verify that there are no active diagnostic codes for the sensor. If there are no active diagnostic codes for the sensor, permanently install the new sensor. Clear any logged diagnostic codes.

    STOP

  • Not OK - A 4 diagnostic code is still active for the suspect sensor. There is a short circuit between the sensor connector and the ECM. Leave the sensor disconnected. Proceed to Test Step 5.

Test Step 5. Check the Operation of the ECM

  1. Remove power from the ECM.

  2. Check the operation of the ECM by creating an open at the ECM.

    1. Remove the signal wire for the suspect sensor from the P1 ECM connector. Refer to Illustration 1 for terminal locations.

    2. Install a jumper wire with Deutsch sockets on each end into the socket for the signal wire of the suspect sensor.

    3. Reconnect the ECM connectors.

    4. Restore power to the ECM. Monitor the "Active Diagnostic Code" screen on Cat ET. An open circuit diagnostic code 3 should be active for the suspect sensor.

      Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to become active.

  3. Check the operation of the ECM by creating a short at the ECM.

    1. Install a wire jumper between the wire jumper for the signal wire for the suspect sensor and engine ground.

    2. Monitor the "Active Diagnostic Code" screen on Cat ET. A 4 diagnostic code should be active when the wire jumper is installed.

      Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to become active.

    3. Remove the wire jumper. Reconnect all wires and connectors.

Expected Result:

A 3 diagnostic code is active when the sensor signal wire is removed from the ECM connector. A 4 diagnostic code is active when the signal wire is connected to engine ground.

Results:

  • OK - The ECM is operating properly. The problem is in the wiring between the ECM and the connector for the rail.

    Repair: If the code is active for more than one sensor, the problem is most likely in the return wire for the sensor. Repair the return wire for the sensor or replace the harness.

    If the code is only active for one sensor, the problem is most likely in the signal wire for the sensor. Repair the signal wire for the sensor.

    STOP

  • Not OK - One of the following conditions exists: The 3 diagnostic code is not active when the sensor signal wire is disconnected. The 4 diagnostic code is not active when the wire jumper is installed.

    Repair: Replace the ECM. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Replacing the ECM". Verify that the problem is resolved.

    STOP

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