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Diagnostic Procedures

  1. Perform ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK. See the BASIC TESTING - 3.8L article. Read and record FREEZE FRAME and/or FAIL RECORDS data for each DTC set. Go to next step.
  2. Allow engine to cool completely. Turn engine on and allow it to idle. Using scan tool, monitor ENG COOL TEMP. If temperature increases to 70°F (21°C) within 2 minutes, see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS. If specified temperature is not reached within 2 minutes, go to next step.
  3. If any ECT DTCs are set, diagnose affected DTC before proceeding. If no ECT DTCs are set, go to next step.
  4. Allow engine to cool. Turn ignition on and observe cooling fans. If cooling fans are off, go to next step. If cooling fans are on, diagnose and repair cooling fan problem.
  5. Check coolant level. If coolant level is low, go to step 9) If coolant level is okay, go to next step.
  6. Check thermostat operation. If thermostat is operating correctly, go to next step. If thermostat is not operating correctly, go to step 9).
  7. Compare actual coolant temperature with scan tool ECT value. If temperatures are within 5°F (3°C) of each other, go to step 9). If temperatures are not within 5°F (3°C) of each other, go to next step.
  8. Check for high resistance in wiring related to ECT sensor and for poor connections at ECT sensor and PCM. If a problem is found with connections, go to step 10). If no problem is found, go to step 11).
  9. Repair cooling system as necessary. After repairs, go to step 12).
  10. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 12).
  11. Replace ECT sensor. After replacing sensor, go to next step.
  12. Allow engine to cool completely. Using scan tool, clear DTCs. Turn engine on and allow it to idle. Using scan tool, monitor ENG COOL TEMP. If temperature increases to 70°F (21°C) within 2 minutes, repair is complete. If specified temperature is not reached within 2 minutes, return to step 2).
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