Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-5400

Condition 

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Level Sensor

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The engine control module (ECM) checks the signal from the oil level sensor. The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if the engine control module (ECM) registers that the signal from the oil level sensor is too high or too low.

The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) can be diagnosed when the engine is running.

Substitute Value 

• None.

Possible Source 

Signal too high 

• Short-circuit to supply voltage in the signal cable
• Damaged oil level sensor.

Signal too low 

• Short-circuit to ground in the signal cable
• Damaged oil level sensor.

Fault symptom[s] 

• None.