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Engine Speed Sensor - G28-, Checking

General Description 

The Engine Speed Sensor -G28- detects rpm and reference marks from a toothed wheel on the crankshaft. Without an engine speed signal, the engine will not start. If the engine speed signal fails while the engine is running, the engine will stop immediately.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

Test requirements 

Test Procedure 

Step Procedure Result / Action to Take
1
  • PERFORM: Preliminary Check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK .
-- Was Complaint verified?
-- YES: -- NO:
  • GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
  • DISCONNECT: Engine Speed Sensor -G28- harness connector.
  • REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • CHECK: Engine Speed Sensor -G28- harness connector terminal 1 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T60 / 51 for resistance.
  • CHECK: Engine Speed Sensor -G28- harness connector terminal 2 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T60 / 36 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • REMOVE: Engine Speed Sensor -G28-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • CHECK: Engine Speed Sensor -G28- sensor wheel for proper seating, damage and/or run - out. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • Sensor wheel OK.
  • REPLACE: Engine Speed Sensor -G28-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • GO TO: Step 3 Engine Speed Sensor - G28-, CHECKING => 3 .
-- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 3 Engine Speed Sensor - G28-, CHECKING => 3 .
  • Final Procedure 
  • Perform a road test to verify repair.
-- Does the original DTC return?
-- YES:
  • CHECK: Engine Control Module -J623- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins.
  • REPAIR: As necessary.
  • If all electrical connections are OK:
  • REPLACE: Engine Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • Clear the DTC's. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to READINESS CODE .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
-- NO:
  • Perform the diagnostic procedure for any DTC's.
  • If no DTC's return, the repair is complete.
  • Return vehicle to customer.