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Signal Too High






Signal too high

Checking the wiring and component

Warning! Before fault-tracing can begin, the engine cooling fan (FC) connector must be disconnected to prevent the engine cooling fan (FC) engaging. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for engine cooling fan (FC) low-speed may be stored. After fault-tracing the connector must be reconnected.




- Ignition off.
Check the resistance of the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Take readings between terminals #1 and #2 on the component.
Check the signal cable between engine control module (ECM) terminal #A4 (#A4) and engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor terminal #1. Check for a short-circuit to ground.
If no faults are found and the fault is permanent, replace the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.
Remedy as necessary.

Other information
- Connecting the breakout box Connecting the Breakout Box
- Signal specification Signal Specification
- Component specifications Specifications
- Temperature sensor engine coolant, replacing Service and Repair
- Checking wiring and terminals Checking Wiring and Terminals









Continue - Verification

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Verification




Verification

Hint: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.








- Ignition off
- Reconnect the connectors, reinstall components etc.
- Ignition on
- Read off the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.





Is the temperature within its permitted range?

Yes - Troubleshooting procedure complete

No - Fault-tracing information

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - Exit Fault-tracing

No - Attempt New Test

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Attempt New Test - Checking the wiring and component

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