10/3/2017 C13 Industrial Engine RRA00001-UP(SEBP4130 - 64) - Documentation

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Product: INDUSTRIAL ENGINE
Model: C13 INDUSTRIAL ENGINE RRA01544
Configuration: C13 Industrial Engine RRA00001-UP

Troubleshooting
C11, C13, C15, and C18 Industrial Engines
Media Number -M0073474-05 Publication Date -01.08.2017 Date Updated -10.08.2017

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Sensor Signal (Analog, Passive) - Test

SMCS - 1439-038

Use this procedure to troubleshoot the electrical system if a problem is suspected with the sensor. Also use this
procedure if any one of the diagnostic codes in Table 1.

Table 1
Diagnostic Codes Table
CDL Code and Description Comments
110-3
The code is logged if the engine has been running for more than 7
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor :
minutes and an open circuit has been detected.
Voltage Above Normal
110-4
The code is logged. The ECM detects voltage that is not in the
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor :
acceptable range.
Voltage Below Normal
172–3
The code is logged.
Intake Manifold Air Temperature
The ECM detects voltage that is not in the acceptable range.
Sensor : Voltage Above Normal
172-4
The code is logged.
Intake Manifold Air Temperature
The ECM detects voltage that is not in the acceptable range.
Sensor : Voltage Below Normal
174-3 The code is logged. The ECM will flag the fuel temperature as
Fuel Temperature Sensor : Voltage invalid data and the fuel temperature is set to a default value of
Above Normal 40 °C (104 °F).
174-4 The code is logged. The ECM will flag the fuel temperature as
Fuel Temperature Sensor : Voltage invalid data and the fuel temperature is set to a default value of
Below Normal 40 °C (104 °F).
3683-3
The code is logged.
Auxiliary Temperature #2 : Voltage
The ECM detects voltage that is not in the acceptable range.
Above Normal
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3683-4 The code is logged.

Auxiliary Temperature #2 : Voltage The ECM detects voltage that is not in the acceptable range.
Below Normal
1836-3
The code is logged. The ECM will flag the temperature as invalid
Auxiliary Temperature Sensor :
data and the temperature is set to a default value.
Voltage Above Normal
1836-4
The code is logged. The ECM will flag the temperature as invalid
Auxiliary Temperature Sensor :
data and the temperature is set to a default value.
Voltage Below Normal
3372-3
Engine Charge Air Cooler #1 Outlet The code is logged.
Temperature Sensor : Voltage Above The ECM detects voltage that is not in the acceptable range.
Normal
3372-4
Engine Charge Air Cooler #1 Outlet The code is logged.
Temperature Sensor : Voltage Below The ECM detects voltage that is not in the acceptable range.
Normal

Illustration 1 g06114590
Schematic for the passive analog sensors

Probable Causes
Codes

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Short circuit

Open circuit

Wiring

EGR temperature sensor

Recommended Actions
Table 2
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results

Result: A -3 diagnostic
1. Check for Codes code is active.

A. Connect to Cat® Electronic Technician (ET). Proceed to Test Step 2.

B. Turn the keyswitch to ON. Result: A -4 diagnostic

code is active.
C. Access the "Active Diagnostic Code" screen on Cat ET. Codes
Proceed to Test Step 3.
Note: Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to
become active. Result: For a diagnostic
code that is logged but not
D. Look for -3 and/or -4 codes: currently active, proceed to
Test Step 4.

Result: The -3 diagnostic

2. Create a Short at the Sensor Connector code remains active for the
suspect sensor. There is an
A. Turn the keyswitch to OFF. open in the harness.

B. Disconnect the suspect sensor. Repair: Repair the wiring

or replace the harness.
C. Install the jumper wire between terminal 1 (sensor signal) and
terminal 2 (sensor return) at the sensor connector. Result: A -4 diagnostic
code became active after
Short
D. Turn the keyswitch to ON. creating the short at the
Circuit
sensor connector. The
E. Monitor the diagnostic codes on Cat ET. Check for an active -4 wiring is OK.
diagnostic code for the suspect sensor.
Repair: Replace the
Note: Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to sensor.
become active.
If the problem is not
F. Turn the keyswitch to OFF. resolved, proceed to Test
Step 3.

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3. Create an Open at the Suspect Sensor Connector Open Result: The -4 diagnostic
Circuit code remains active for the
A. Turn the keyswitch to OFF. suspect sensor. There is an
open in the harness.
B. Disconnect the sensor connector of the suspect sensor with the
active -4 diagnostic code. Repair: Repair the wiring
or replace the harness.
C. Turn the keyswitch to ON.
Result: A -3 diagnostic
D. Monitor the diagnostic codes on Cat ET. Check for an active -3 code became active after
diagnostic code for the suspect sensor. disconnecting the sensor.
The wiring is OK.
Note: Wait at least 30 seconds in order for the diagnostic codes to
become active. Repair: Replace the
sensor.
Note: For a 110-3 code, start the engine and let the engine idle for 7
minutes. The engine must be running for at least 7 minutes in order If the problem is not
for the diagnostic to run. resolved, proceed to Test
Step 4.
E. Turn the keyswitch to OFF.

4. Perform the Wiggle Test Wiggle Result: The wiring failed

Test the Wiggle Test.
A. Turn the keyswitch to ON.
Repair: Repair the wiring
B. Use Cat ET to run the "Wiggle Test". or replace the wiring.

C. Slowly wiggle the wiring and the connectors between the P2 Result: The wiring passed
connector and the sensor. Slowly wiggle the wiring and the the Wiggle Test.
connectors between the P1 connector and the sensor. Pay particular
attention to the wiring near each connector. Be sure to wiggle all the Repair: The problem may
wiring. be intermittent. Inspect the
wiring. Refer to
D. As you wiggle the wiring look for these problems. Troubleshooting,
"Electrical Connectors -
- Loose connectors or damaged connectors Inspect".
- Moisture on the connectors or the wiring
- Damage that is caused by excessive heat Repair: If the wiring looks
- Damage that is caused by chafing OK, perform the following
- Improper routing of wiring procedure.
- Damaged insulation
1. Turn the keyswitch to
OFF.

2. Disconnect the
connectors. Carefully
inspect the terminals for
proper installation. Make
sure that each terminal is
clean and dry.

3. Insert a pin into each

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socket. Verify that each

socket grips the pin firmly.
Repair any problems.

4. Connect all connectors.

If the problem is not resolved, contact your Cat dealer Technical Communicator (TC). For further assistance,
your TC can confer with the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN).

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