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Test Procedure

-- Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK 

Start diagnosis

Make sure the engine is at room temperature.

-- Disconnect the NOx Sensor Module -J583- / Nox Sensor -G295- -5, 2-. electrical harness connector.

Fig 1: Identifying NOx Sensor
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Checking voltage and ground

-- Switch the ignition On.

-- Using a Multimeter, Check the NOx Sensor Module -J583- / Nox Sensor -G295- electrical harness connector terminals for Battery voltage and ground, Refer to applicable wiring diagram for fuse location and number.

NOx Sensor Module -J583- / Nox Sensor -G295- electrical harness connector terminals Measure to:
1 Engine Ground
2 Battery Voltage
5 Battery Voltage

Specified value: Battery Voltage.

-- Switch the ignition Off.

Continue test according to the following table:

Value Cause Test
If the specified value was not obtained: Open or shorted circuit Checking Wiring 
If the specified value was obtained: Check CAN Bus signal circuit Checking CAN Bus Wiring