This acronyms and definitions listing contains technical terms applicable to Ford Motor Company
Note:
products. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive dictionary of components and their functions. If a detailed
description of a particular system or component is desired, refer to the applicable section within this PC/ED
Manual or refer to the Workshop Manual for the specific vehicle being repaired.
2V: Two valves per engine cylinder
3V: Three valves per engine cylinder
4V: Four valves per engine cylinder
A/C: Air Conditioning
A/CC: Air Conditioning Clutch
A/CCR: Air Conditioning Clutch Control Relay
ACCS: Air Conditioning Cycling Switch
ACDS: Air Conditioning Diagnostic Switch (refrigerant containment switch)
ACET: Air Conditioning Evaporator Temperature
ACP: Air Conditioning Head Pressure or A/C cycling switch input state
ACPSW: Air Conditioning Pressure Switch
ACPT: Air Conditioning Pressure Transducer (Switch)
A/D: Analog-to-Digital. Analog-to-Digital signal conversion.
AFCM: Alternative Fuel Control Module
AIR: Secondary Air Injection
AIR EVAL: Air System Evaluated. Displays a YES or NO status indicating whether the AIR System
has been evaluated for On Board Diagnostic (OBD) purposes.
AIRM: Secondary Air Pump Monitor
APP: Accelerator Pedal Position
ARB: Air Resource Board
ASCII: American Standard Code Information Interchange
ATDC: After Top Dead Center. The location of the piston after it has reached the top of its stroke.
Measured in degrees of crankshaft rotation.
BARO: Barometric Pressure
BJB: Battery Junction Box
BPA: Brake Pedal Applied
BPP: Brake Pedal Position
BPS: Brake Pedal Switch/Speed Control Deactivation
BTDC: Before Top Dead Center. The location of the piston before it has reached the top of its stroke.
Measured in degrees of crankshaft rotation.
CAC: Charge Air Cooler. A device which lowers the temperature of pressurized intake air.
CAFE: Corporate Average Fuel Economy. A set of federal requirements and regulations which
govern fuel economy standards.
CAN: Controller Area Network
CCM: Comprehensive Component Monitor
CD A through J: Coil Driver 1 through 10
CGND: Case Ground. Provides a ground source for the PCM case.
CHT: Cylinder Head Temperature
CHTIL: Cylinder Head Temperature Indicator Lamp
CKP: Crankshaft Position
CL: Closed Loop. An operating condition or mode which enables operation based on sensor
feedback.
CMP, CMP1, CMP2: Camshaft Position. CMP1 and CMP2 on V engines where applicable.
CMS: Catalyst Monitor Sensor. The downstream HO2S.
CMVSS: Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
CO: Carbon Monoxide. A colorless, odorless, and toxic gas that is a component of auto exhaust
emissions.
CO 2 : Carbon Dioxide. A colorless, odorless gas that is a normal by-product of the combustion of
fuel.
CONT: Continuous Memory. The portion of keep alive memory (KAM) used to store DTCs generated
during the continuous memory self-test.
COP: Coil On Plug. Ignition coil on plug assembly.
CPP: Clutch Pedal Position
CT: Closed Throttle. A mode in which the PCM varies the pulse width of the fuel injectors to obtain
the air/fuel mixture appropriate for closed throttle operation.
CTO: Clean Tach Output. Signal used to drive the instrument panel tachometer.
CV: Canister Vent Solenoid. A solenoid which seals the evaporative emission (EVAP) system from
the atmosphere during the EVAP monitor test.
DC: 1. Direct Current. Electric current flowing in one direction. 2. Duty Cycle. The voltage
measurement of ON time versus the full cycle period, expressed in percent.
DCL: Data Communication Link. A communication path between various in-vehicle electronic
modules.
DI: Distributor Ignition. A system in which the ignition coil secondary circuit is sequenced by a
distributor.
DIS: Distributorless Ignition System. A system in which the ignition coil secondary circuit is
sequenced without a distributor.
DLC: Data Link Connector. SAE standard J1962 connector providing access to vehicle diagnostic
information.
DMM: Digital Multimeter
DOHC: Dual Overhead Cam. An engine configuration that uses 2 camshafts positioned above the
valves.
DOL: Data Output Line. A circuit that sends certain information from the PCM to the instrument
cluster.
DPFE: Differential Pressure Feedback EGR. A system that uses a pressure transducer to control the
operation of the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum regulator solenoid.
DTM: Diagnostic Test Mode. A level of capability in an OBD system.
DTC: Diagnostic Trouble Code. An alpha/numeric identifier for a concern identified by the OBD
system.
E-85: Fuel containing 85% ethanol alcohol
ECT: Engine Coolant Temperature
ECU: Electronic Control Unit. A module that handles the control strategy and monitors system inputs
or outputs.
EEC: Electronic Engine Control
EEGR: Electric Exhaust Gas Recirculation System
EEPROM: Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An electronic component in the
PCM that allows the electronic storage of information.
EGR: Exhaust Gas Recirculation. A process in which a small amount of exhaust gas is routed into the
combustion chamber.
EGRMC (1-4): Electric Exhaust Gas Recirculation Motor Control
EGRT: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Temperature. A temperature sensor that is threaded into the
bottom of the intake plenum.
EI: Integrated Electronic Ignition. An electronic ignition system that has the ignition control module
(ICM) integrated into the PCM.
EI-HDR: Electronic Ignition-High Data Rate. Formerly known as Electronic Distributorless Ignition
System.
EMI: Electromagnetic Interference. Usually caused by ignition voltage spikes, solenoids, relay
operation, or noisy generator contacts.
EOL: End of Line. A system designed specifically for use at assembly plants to make sure all new
vehicles conform to design specifications.
EONV: Engine Off Natural Vacuum
EOT: Engine Oil Temperature
EPA: Environmental Protection Agency
E-Quizzer: Enhanced Quizzer
ESM: EGR System Module
ESOF: Electronic Shift-on-the-Fly
ETB: Electronic Throttle Body
ETC: Electronic Throttle Control
ETCREF: Voltage Reference (5V) for ETC (APP VREF, TP VREF).
EVAP: Evaporative Emissions. A system to prevent fuel vapor from escaping into the atmosphere.
EVAPCP: Evaporative Canister Purge Solenoid. A solenoid which controls the venting of fuel vapor
from the evaporative emissions canister into the intake manifold for combustion.
EVO: Electronic Variable Orifice
FCIL: Fuel Cap Indicator Lamp. Indicates that the fuel filler cap is not correctly installed.
FEAD: Front End Accessory Drive
FEPS: Flash EEPROM Programming Signal. An 18-volt DC signal input from the scan tool used by
the PCM to initiate programming.
FFV: Flexible Fuel Vehicle
FLI: Fuel Level Input. Provides information on the amount of liquid fuel in the fuel tank. Used by the
EVAP monitor to calculate the fuel tank vapor volume. Displayed as a percentage.
FMEM: Failure Mode Effects Management. Operating strategy that maintains limited vehicle function
in the event of a PCM or EEC component failure.
FP: 1. Fuel Pump. Indicates whether the pump has been commanded ON or OFF by the PCM. 2.
Fuel Pump (Modulated). Fuel pump duty cycle percentage.
FPDM: Fuel Pump Driver Module. A module that controls the electric fuel pump.
FRP: Fuel Rail Pressure
FRPT: Fuel Rail Pressure Temperature
FSS: Fan Speed Sensor
FTP: Fuel Tank Pressure
FUEL PR: Fuel Pressure. Measurement of the force of the fuel delivered by the fuel pump.
FUELPW: Fuel Pulse Width. Displays the commanded pulse width at the time of the last data update.
FUELPW1: Fuel Injector Pulse Width #1. Corresponds to injectors normally affected by HO2S11.
FUELPW2: Fuel Injector Pulse Width #2. Corresponds to injectors normally affected by HO2S21.
FUELSYS: Fuel System Status (OPEN/CLOSED Loop). Formerly known as LOOP.
FWD: Front Wheel Drive
GND: Ground
GPM: 1. Grams per Mile. 2. Gallons per Minute.
GVW: Gross Vehicle Weight
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
HC: 1. Hydrocarbon. A by-product of combustion and a component of auto exhaust emissions. 2.
High Compression.
HLOS: Hardware Limited Operating Strategy. A mode of operation where the PCM uses fixed values
in response to internal PCM concerns in place of output commands.
HO: High Output
HO2S: Heated Oxygen Sensor. Provides information on rich or lean exhaust conditions to the PCM.
HTR11, HTR12, HTR13, HTR21, HTR22: HO2S Heater. Heater element for the HO2S sensor.
Hz: Hertz. Cycles per second.
IAC: Idle Air Control. Electrical control of throttle bypass air.
IAT: Intake Air Temperature
IAT2: Intake Air Temperature 2. Used on supercharged vehicles.
IC: Integrated Circuit. A small semi-conductor device capable of many separate circuit functions.
IFS: Inertia Fuel Switch
IMRC: Intake Manifold Runner Control. Controls or modifies airflow in the intake air system.
IMRCM: Intake Manifold Runner Control Monitor. Monitors the IMRC circuits for concerns.
IMTV, IMTV1, IMTV2: Intake Manifold Tuning Valve. Controls airflow through runners in a split intake
manifold.
INJ1, INJ2, INJ3, INJ4, INJ5, INJ6, INJ7, INJ8, INJ9, INJ10: Injector number or its signal output from
the PCM.
IPC: Independent Plausibility Checker
ISO: International Standards Organization
KAM: Keep Alive Memory. A portion of the memory within the PCM that must have power even when
the vehicle is not operating.
KAPWR: Keep Alive Power. A dedicated and unswitched power circuit that maintains KAM.
KOEO Self-Test: Key On Engine Off self-test. A test of the EEC system conducted by the PCM with
power applied and the engine at rest.
KOER Self-Test: Key On Engine Running self-test. A test of the EEC system conducted by the PCM
with the engine running and the vehicle at rest.
Km/h: Kilometers per Hour
kPa: Kilopascal. Unit of pressure. 3.386 kPa equals 1 (in-Hg).
L: Liters. The unit of volume in the metric measuring system. One liter equals 1.06 quarts.
LEV: Low Emissions Vehicle
LONGFT: Long-Term Fuel Trim. Fuel flow adjustment determined by the PCM.
M-85: Fuel containing 85% methanol alcohol
MAF: Mass Air Flow
MAP: Manifold Absolute Pressure. The internal pressure of the intake manifold.
MFI: Multiport Fuel Injection. A fuel-delivery system in which each cylinder is individually fueled.
MIL: Malfunction Indicator Lamp. An indicator lamp alerting the driver of an emission related concern.
MISF: Misfire. Any event in the cylinder that causes a sudden change in acceleration of the
crankshaft.
MON: Motor Octane Number
MSOF: Manual Shift-on-the-Fly
MY: Model Year
NA: Naturally Aspirated. An engine that is not supercharged or turbocharged.
NC: Normally Closed
NGS: New Generation Self-Test Automatic Readout (STAR) tester
NO: Normally Open
NO X : Oxides of Nitrogen. Gasses formed at high combustion temperatures.
OASIS: On-line Automotive Service Information System
OBD, OBD-II: On Board Diagnostics, On Board Diagnostics Second Generation. A system that
monitors the PCM input and output control signals.
OCT ADJ: Octane Adjust. Compensating strategy that adjusts for changes in fuel octane.
OEM: Original Equipment Manufacturer
OHC: Overhead Cam. An engine configuration that uses a single camshaft positioned above the
valves.
OL: Open Loop. An operating condition based on instructions not modified by PCM feedback.
ORVR: On-Board Refueling Vapor Recovery
OSC: Output State Control
OSS: Output Shaft Speed
OTM: Output Test Mode
PATS: Passive Anti-Theft System
PCM: Powertrain Control Module. Formerly known as the electronic engine control (EEC) processor.
PCV: Positive Crankcase Ventilation. A system which allows the controlled flow of crankcase vapors
into the combustion chamber.
PID: Parameter Identifier. Identifies an address in the PCM memory which contains operating
information.
PIP: Profile Ignition Pickup. Provides crankshaft position information for ignition synchronization.
PPM: Parts per Million. A measure used in emission analysis.
PROM: Programmable Read-Only Memory. Similar to ROM, except without program instructions.
PSP: Power Steering Pressure. Indicates the pressure in the power steering system.
PSPT: Power Steering Pressure Transducer
PTO: Power Take-Off
PW: Pulse Width. The length of time an actuator, such as a fuel injector, remains energized.
PWM: Pulse Width Modulation. Controls the intensity of an output by varying the signal duty cycle.
PWR GND: Power Ground. The main ground circuit in the EEC system.
RAM: Random Access Memory. Memory into which information can be written as well as read.
RF: Radio Frequency
RFI: Radio Frequency Interference
RFS: Returnless Fuel System
ROM: Read-Only Memory. Computer memory that can be accessed and used, but not altered.
RPM: Revolutions Per Minute
RTN: Return. A dedicated sensor ground circuit.
RWD: Rear Wheel Drive
SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers
SCB: Supercharger Bypass
SCBC: Supercharger Bypass Control. A system that allows manifold vacuum to be bled away from
the supercharger wastegate actuator to allow for maximum boost.
SFI: Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection. A multiport fuel delivery system in which each injector is
individually energized and timed relative to its cylinder intake event.
SHRTFT: Short-Term Fuel Trim. Fuel flow adjustment in response to the HO2S sensor(s) input during
closed-loop operation.
SIG RTN: Signal Return. A dedicated sensor ground circuit that is common to 2 or more sensors.
SOHC: Single Overhead Cam
TA: Traction Assist
TAC: Throttle Actuator Control
TACM, TACMP, TACMN, TACP (+/-): Throttle Actuator Control Motor +/- used in the ETC system.
TB: Throttle Body. A device that controls airflow through the engine via a butterfly valve and has an
air bypass channel around the throttle plate.
TC: 1. Traction Control. Combines anti-lock braking and axle torque reduction to control wheel
slippage. 2. Turbocharger.
TDC: Top Dead Center
TP: Throttle Position sensor. A potentiometer that provides throttle angle and rate information for the
PCM.
TP1: Throttle Position 1
TP2: Throttle Position 2
TSB: Technical Service Bulletin. Notifies technician of any known vehicle concerns, procedures, or
general repair information.
VCT, VCT1, VCT2: Variable Camshaft Timing. VCT1 and VCT2 on V engines where applicable.
VECI: Vehicle Emission Control Information
VIN: Vehicle Identification Number. A unique identification number given to every vehicle produced.
Includes information about the year, model, engine, and plant origin of the vehicle.
VMV: Vapor Management Valve. Also known as EVAPCP. Refer to EVAPCP.
VBPWR: Vehicle Buffered Power. A PCM-supplied power source that supplies regulated voltage.
VPWR: Vehicle Power. A switched circuit that provides power to the EEC system. Compare to battery
voltage (B+).
VREF: Reference Voltage. A dedicated circuit that provides an approximately 5.0 volt signal used as
a reference by certain sensors.
WOT: Wide Open Throttle. A condition of maximum airflow through the throttle body.
Transmissions:
The automatic transmission naming convention is as follows:
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The first character, a number, is the number of forward gears.
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The second character, either the letter F or R, represents front (transaxle) or rear
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(transmission) wheel drive.
The next set of characters, a grouping of numbers, represents the design torque capacity of
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the transmission/transaxle.
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E for electronic shift
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N for non-synchronous shift
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S for synchronous shift
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W for wide ratio
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As an example, for the 4F27E transaxle, the number of forward gears is 4, the character F indicates
front transaxle, 27 represents 270 ft-lbs of torque capacity and the character E represents an
electronic shift.
A/T: Automatic Transmission
CCS: Coast Clutch Solenoid
EPC, EPC1, EPC2: Electronic Pressure Control
ESS: Electronic Shift Scheduling
ISS: Intermediate/Input Shaft Speed Sensor
M/T: Manual Transmission/Transaxle
OCS: Overdrive Cancel Switch
OSS: Output Shaft Speed. Indicates the rotational speed of the transmission output shaft.
PNP: Park/Neutral Position switch.
REVERSE or REV: Transmission Reverse Switch Input
SSA/SSB/SSC/SSD/SSE: Shift solenoids. Devices in an automatic transmission that control the
shifting by varying fluid flow when commanded by the PCM.
SS1/SS2/SS3: Shift solenoids. Devices in an automatic transmission that control the shifting by
varying fluid flow when commanded by the PCM.
TCC/TCCH: Torque Converter Clutch. When energized, causes a mechanical engagement and
disengagement of the torque converter clutch.
TCIL: Transmission Control Indicator Lamp. Indicates that the TCS has been activated.
TCS: Transmission Control Switch. Modifies the operation of electronically controlled transmissions.
TFT: Transmission Fluid Temperature. Indicates the temperature of transmission fluid.
TR, TR1, TR2, TR3, TR4: Transmission Range. The range in which the transmission is operating.
TSS: Turbine Shaft Speed. Indicates the rotational speed of the transmission turbine shaft.
VSS: Vehicle Speed Sensor. A magnetic pickup device that generates an AC signal that is
proportional to the vehicle speed.
VSOUT: Vehicle Speed Output. A pulse width modulated vehicle speed signal.
2007 PCED On Board Diagnostics Introduction
Procedure revision date: 03/29/2006
Introduction
The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time this manual
Note:
was approved for publication. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or
change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation.
Important Safety Notice
Appropriate repair methods and procedures are essential for the safe, reliable operation of all motor
vehicles, as well as the personal safety of the individual doing the work. This manual provides general
directions for repairing vehicles with tested, effective techniques. Following them helps to establish reliability.
There are numerous variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for repairing vehicles, as well as
in the skill of the individual doing the work. This manual cannot possibly anticipate all such variations and
provide advice or cautions as to each. Accordingly, anyone who departs from the instructions provided in
this manual must first establish that they compromise neither their personal safety nor the vehicle integrity
by their choice of methods, tools, or parts.
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
As you read through the procedures, NOTES, CAUTIONS, and WARNINGS are found throughout the
publication. Each one is there for a specific purpose. NOTES give added information that help to complete a
particular procedure. CAUTIONS are given to prevent making errors that could damage the vehicle.
WARNINGS are to remind the technician to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness may
cause personal injury. The following list contains some general WARNINGS that should be followed when
working on a vehicle.
Always wear safety glasses for eye protection.
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Use safety stands whenever a procedure requires working under the vehicle.
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Make sure that the key is always in the OFF position, unless otherwise required by the procedure.
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Set the parking brake when working on the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
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transmission, place the gear selector in PARK unless otherwise instructed for a specific operation. If
the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, the gear selector should be in REVERSE (engine
OFF) or NEUTRAL (engine ON) unless instructed otherwise for a specific operation. Place wood
blocks (4 inch x 4 inch or larger) against the front and rear surfaces of the tires to help prevent the
vehicle from moving.
Operate the engine in a well-ventilated area to avoid the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Keep yourself and your clothing away from moving parts when the engine is running, especially the
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drive belts.
To prevent serious burns, avoid contact with hot metal parts such as the radiator, exhaust manifold
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(s), tail pipe(s), three-way catalytic converter(s), and muffler(s).
Do not smoke while working on a vehicle.
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To avoid injury, always remove rings, watches, loose hanging jewelry, and loose clothing before
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beginning work on a vehicle.
When it is necessary to work under the hood, keep hands and other objects clear of the radiator fan
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blades.
Preface
This manual provides a step-by-step approach for diagnosing driveability, emission, and powertrain control
system symptoms. Before beginning diagnosis, it may be helpful to reference any Technical Service
Bulletins (TSBs) or On-line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS) information when this is
available. TSB/OASIS information is available on either the Professional Technician Society (PTS) or
Motorcraft® website.
For the diesel engines, refer to the appropriate Diesel Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis
Note:
Manual. For the Escape Hybrid or Mariner Hybrid, refer to the Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis Manual.
This manual is used in conjunction with the Workshop and Wiring Diagrams Manuals. The Workshop
Manuals are used to provide additional diagnostic or component removal and installation information. Refer
to the Wiring Diagrams Manuals for vehicle specific wiring information and component, connector, and splice
locations.
The following is a description of the information contained in each section of this manual.
Section 1: Description and Operation
This section contains description and operation information on powertrain control systems and components
and provides the technician with a general knowledge of the powertrain control system. Use this section
when general information about the powertrain control system is desired.
Section 2: Diagnostic Methods
This section contains information on specific diagnostic tasks that are used during diagnosis. Descriptions of
specific diagnostic methods are included, as well as detailed instructions on how to access or carry out the
task.
Section 3: Symptom Charts
All diagnosis begins in Section 3 with QT Step 1: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Quick Test. If the PCM
Quick Test is completed and no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are retrieved, the technician is directed to
Step 2: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart Index. The No Diagnostic Trouble
Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart Index contains the list of symptoms addressed in this manual, and
directs the technician to the appropriate Step 3: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom
Chart. If no PCM DTCs are present and the vehicle symptom is not listed in Step 2: No Diagnostic Trouble
Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart Index, the technician should go to the appropriate Workshop Manual
section to continue diagnosis.
Section 4: Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts and
Descriptions
This section contains the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts and Descriptions. These charts and
descriptions are referenced if a DTC is retrieved in Section 3 . Also included in this section are the list of
possible causes and diagnostic aids.
Section 5: Pinpoint Tests
All pinpoint tests are included in this section. Never enter a pinpoint test unless directed there. When
directed to a pinpoint test, always read the information included at the beginning of the pinpoint test.
Section 6: Reference Values
This section contains the Typical Diagnostic Reference Values charts. The technician is directed to these
charts from Pinpoint Test Z in Section 5 .
How to Use the Diagnostic Procedures
Use the information about the vehicle driveability or emission concerns to attempt to verify/recreate
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the symptom. Look for any vehicle modifications or aftermarket items that may contribute to the
symptom. A check of any applicable TSBs or OASIS messages may be useful if this information is
available.
Go to Section 3 , QT Step 1: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Quick Test. Carry out the PCM quick
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test steps. Follow any notes as directed.
If the PCM quick test is completed, no DTCs were retrieved, and no special notes applied, go to Step
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2: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart Index.
Select the symptom that best describes the vehicle symptom (for multiple symptoms select the one
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that is most evident). Go to Step 3: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart
that is indicated. If no PCM DTCs are present and the vehicle symptom is not listed in the No
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart Index, go to the appropriate Workshop
Manual section to continue diagnosis.
The No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Charts contain areas to be tested for
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diagnosis of the vehicle symptom. The chart is arranged to place the higher probability or easiest to
test items toward the top of the chart. However, the technician is not required to follow this order due
to reasons such as variations in vehicle type, vehicle repair history, or technician experience.
Deleted Vehicles:
The System/Component column indicates the areas that are tested. This column may also
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contain a quick system/component test.
The Reference column indicates where to go for the System/Component testing. All references
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are to the beginning of a pinpoint test in Section 5 of this manual unless noted otherwise. If
referred to a pinpoint test in this manual or a Workshop Manual section, go to the procedures.
Follow the directions given in those procedures, including directions to other tests or sections.
If a damaged part is found, repair as directed. If no concern is found, and diagnosis in that
area is complete, return to the No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart
and continue to the next item.
If a quick system/component test is in the System/Component column, the Reference column
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indicates where to go if the test failed.
During diagnosis, if directed to test a system/component that is not contained on that vehicle, go to
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the next step.
If the No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present Symptom Chart for the vehicle symptom is
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completed and no concern is found, return to Step 2: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Present
Symptom Chart Index to address the next most prominent symptom. If all diagnosis is complete and
no concern is found, it may be helpful to GO to Pinpoint Test Z in Section 5 to continue diagnosis.
The installation of any new component that affects the PCM adaptive learning strategies (idle speed,
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refueling event, or fuel trim) requires the reset of keep alive memory (KAM). Refer to Section 2,
Resetting The Keep Alive Memory (KAM) .
After any repair, reconnect any components and remove any test equipment. Verify that the vehicle is
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operating correctly and the original complaint is no longer present. If a DTC was present, clear the
DTCs and repeat the self-test to verify the repair.
If a symptom is determined to be intermittent, a careful visual and physical underhood inspection of
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connectors, wiring harnesses, vacuum lines, and components is required. The Customer Information
Worksheet may contain more detailed symptom information. Before an in-depth diagnosis begins,
start the engine and wiggle wires, tap on components while listening for an indication of a concern
(such as an RPM change or a relay clicking).
Information about engine conditions is stored when a DTC that illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) is set. This information is called freeze frame data and may be helpful in diagnosing intermittent
concerns. Refer to Section 2, Freeze Frame Data for more information.
What's New in this Manual
The following is a list of changes to this manual for 2007:
New Vehicles:
Explorer Sport Trac
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Ford GT
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Lincoln LS
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Other Changes:
Computer-controlled shutdown feature for equipped vehicles
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Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Ranger equipped with new 170-pin PCM
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Mustang with new 5.4L supercharged engine
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2007 PCED On Board Diagnostics SECTION 1: Description and Operation
Procedure revision date: 03/29/2006
Catalyst and Exhaust Systems
Overview
The catalytic converter and exhaust systems work together to control the release of harmful engine exhaust
emissions into the atmosphere. The engine exhaust gas consists mainly of nitrogen (N), carbon dioxide (CO
) and water vapor (H 2 O). However, it also contains carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NO x ),
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hydrogen (H), and various unburned hydrocarbons (HCs). The major air pollutants of CO, NO x , and HCs,
and their emission into the atmosphere must be controlled.
The exhaust system generally consists of an exhaust manifold, front exhaust pipe, front heated oxygen
sensor (HO2S), rear exhaust pipe, catalyst HO2S, a muffler, and an exhaust tailpipe. The catalytic converter
is typically installed between the front and rear exhaust pipes. On some vehicle applications, more than one
catalyst is used between the front and rear exhaust pipes. Catalytic converter efficiency is monitored by the
on board diagnostic (OBD) system strategy in the PCM. For information on the OBD catalyst monitor, refer
to the description for the Catalyst Efficiency Monitor in this section.
The number of HO2Ss used in the exhaust stream and the location of these sensors depend on the vehicle
emission certification level (LEV, LEV-II, ULEV, PZEV). On most vehicles only 2 HO2Ss are used in an
exhaust stream. The front sensors (HO2S11/HO2S21) before the catalyst are used for primary fuel control
while the ones after the catalyst (HO2S12/HO2S22) are used to monitor catalyst efficiency. However, some
partial zero emission vehicles (PZEV) use 3 HO2Ss for each engine bank. The stream 1 sensors
(HO2S11/HO2S21) located before the catalyst are used for primary fuel control, the stream 2 sensors
(HO2S12/HO2S22) are used to monitor the light-off catalyst, and the stream 3 sensors (HO2S13/HO2S23)
located after the catalyst are used for long term fuel trim control to optimize catalyst efficiency (fore aft
oxygen sensor control). Current PZEV vehicles use only a 4-cylinder engine, so only the bank 1 HO2Ss are
used.
V-Engines
In-Line Engines
Catalytic Converter
A catalyst is a material that remains unchanged when it initiates and increases the speed of a chemical
reaction. A catalyst also enables a chemical reaction to occur at a lower temperature. The concentration of
exhaust gas products released to the atmosphere must be controlled. The catalytic converter assists in this
task. It contains a catalyst in the form of a specially treated ceramic honeycomb structure saturated with
catalytically active precious metals. As the exhaust gases come in contact with the catalyst, they are
changed into mostly harmless products. The catalyst initiates and speeds up heat producing chemical
reactions of the exhaust gas components so they are used up as much as possible.
Light Off Catalyst
As the catalyst heats up, converter efficiency rises rapidly. The point at which conversion efficiency exceeds
50% is called catalyst light off. For most catalysts this point occurs at 246°C to 302°C (475°F to 575°F ) . A
fast light catalyst is a 3-way catalyst (TWC) that is located as close to the exhaust manifold as possible.
Because the light off catalyst is located close to the exhaust manifold it lights off faster and reduces
emissions more quickly than the catalyst located under the body. Once the catalyst lights off, the catalyst
quickly reaches the maximum conversion efficiency for that catalyst.
Three-Way Catalyst (TWC) Conversion Efficiency
A TWC requires a stoichiometric fuel ratio, 14.7 pounds of air to 1 pound of fuel (14.7:1), for high conversion
efficiency. In order to achieve these high efficiencies, the air/fuel ratio must be tightly controlled with a
narrow window of stoichiometry. Deviations outside of this window greatly decrease the conversion
efficiency. For example a rich mixture decreases the HC and CO conversion efficiency while a lean mixture
decreases the NO x conversion efficiency.
TWC Conversion Efficiency Chart
Exhaust System
The purpose of the exhaust system is to convey engine emissions from the exhaust manifold to the
atmosphere. Engine exhaust emissions are directed from the engine exhaust manifold to the catalytic
converter through the front exhaust pipe. A HO2S is mounted on the front exhaust pipe before the catalyst.
The catalytic converter reduces the concentration of CO, unburned HCs, and NO x in the exhaust emissions
to an acceptable level. The reduced exhaust emissions are directed from the catalytic converter past
another HO2S mounted in the rear exhaust pipe and then on into the muffler. Finally, the exhaust emissions
are directed to the atmosphere through an exhaust tailpipe.
On some PZEV, there is a total of 3 HO2S in the exhaust stream. One near the exhaust manifold (stream 1),
one in the middle of the light-off catalyst (stream 2), and the third (stream 3) is mounted after the light-off
catalyst.
Typical Bank 1 Catalyst 2 HO2S Configuration
Typical Bank 1 Catalyst 3 HO2S Configuration
Underbody Catalyst
The underbody catalyst is located after the light off catalyst. The underbody catalyst may be in line with the
light off catalyst, or the underbody catalyst may be common to 2 light off catalysts, forming a Y pipe
configuration. For an exact configuration of the catalyst and exhaust system for a specific vehicle, refer to
the Workshop Manual Section 309-00, Exhaust System.
Three-Way Catalytic (TWC) Converter
The TWC converter contains either platinum (Pt) and rhodium (Rh) or palladium (Pd) and rhodium (Rh). The
TWC converter catalyzes the oxidation reactions of unburned HCs and CO and the reduction reaction of NO
. The 3-way conversion can be best accomplished by always operating the engine air fuel/ratio at or close
x
to stoichiometry.
Exhaust Manifold Runners
The exhaust manifold runners collect exhaust gases from engine cylinders. The number of exhaust
manifolds and exhaust manifold runners depends on the engine configuration and number of cylinders.
Exhaust Pipes
Exhaust pipes are usually treated during manufacturing with an anti-corrosive coating agent to increase the
life of the product. The pipes serve as guides for the flow of exhaust gases from the engine exhaust manifold
through the catalytic converter and the muffler.
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S)
The HO2Ss provide the powertrain control module (PCM) with voltage and frequency information related to
the oxygen content of the exhaust gas. For additional information on the HO2S, refer to Engine Control
Components in this section.
Muffler
Mufflers are usually treated during manufacturing with an anti-corrosive coating agent to increase the life of
the product. The muffler reduces the level of noise produced by the engine, and also reduces the noise
produced by exhaust gases as they travel from the catalytic converter to the atmosphere.
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Catalyst Efficiency Monitor
The catalyst efficiency monitor uses an oxygen sensor before and after the catalyst to infer the hydrocarbon
(HC) efficiency based on the oxygen storage capacity of the catalyst. Under normal closed-loop fuel
conditions, high efficiency catalysts have significant oxygen storage. This makes the switching frequency of
the rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) very slow and reduces the amplitude of those switches as compared
to the switching frequency and amplitude of the front HO2S. As the catalyst efficiency deteriorates due to
thermal and chemical deterioration, its ability to store oxygen declines. The post-catalyst or downstream
HO2S signal begins to switch more rapidly with increasing amplitude, approaching the switching frequency
and amplitude of the pre-catalyst or upstream HO2S. The predominant failure mode for high mileage
catalysts is chemical deterioration (phosphorus deposits on the front brick of the catalyst), not thermal
deterioration.
In order to assess catalyst oxygen storage, the catalyst monitor counts front HO2S switches during partthrottle, closed-loop fuel conditions after the engine is warmed-up and the inferred catalyst temperature is
within limits. Front switches are accumulated in up to 3 different air mass regions or cells. While catalyst
monitoring entry conditions are being met, the front and rear HO2S signal lengths are continually being
calculated. When the required number of front switches has accumulated in each cell, the total signal length
of the rear HO2S is divided by the total signal length of the front HO2S to compute a catalyst index ratio. An
index ratio near 0.0 indicates high oxygen storage capacity, hence high HC efficiency. An index ratio near
1.0 indicates low oxygen storage capacity, hence low HC efficiency. If the actual index ratio exceeds the
threshold index ratio, the catalyst is considered failed.
Inputs from engine coolant temperature (ECT) or cylinder head temperature (CHT), intake air temperature
(IAT), mass air flow (MAF), crankshaft position (CKP), throttle position (TP), and vehicle speed sensors are
required to enable the Catalyst Efficiency Monitor.
Typical Monitor Entry Conditions:
Minimum 330 seconds since start-up at 21°C (70°F)
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Engine coolant temperature is between 76.6°C - 110°C (170°F - 230°F)
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Intake air temperature is between -7°C - 82°C (20°F - 180°F)
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Time since entering closed-loop is 30 seconds
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Inferred rear HO2S sensor temperature of 482°C (900°F )
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EGR is between 1% and 12%
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Part throttle, maximum rate of change is 0.2 volts/0.050 sec
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Vehicle speed is between 8 and 112 km/h (5 and 70 mph)
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Fuel level is greater than 15%
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First Air Flow Cell
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Engine RPM 1,000 to 1,300 RPM
Engine load 15 to 35%
Inferred catalyst temperature 454°C - 649°C (850°F - 1,200°F)
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Number of front HO2S switches is 50
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Second Air Flow Cell
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Engine RPM 1,200 to 1,500 RPM
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Engine load 20 to 35%
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Inferred catalyst temperature 482°C - 677°C (900°F - 1,250°F )
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Number of front HO2S switches: 70
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Third Air Flow Cell
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Engine RPM 1,300 to 1,600 RPM
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Engine load 20 to 40%
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Inferred catalyst temperature 510°C - 704°C (950°F - 1,300°F)
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Number of front HO2S switches is 30
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The DTCs associated with this test are DTC P0420 (Bank 1 or Y-pipe system) and P0430 (Bank 2).
Because an exponentially weighted moving average algorithm is used to determine a concern, up to 6
driving cycles may be required to illuminate the MIL during normal customer driving. If the KAM is reset or
the battery is disconnected, a concern illuminates the MIL in 2 drive cycles.
General Catalyst Monitor Operation
Monitor execution is once per drive cycle. The typical monitor duration is 700 seconds. In order for the
catalyst monitor to run, the HO2S monitor must be complete and the secondary AIR and EVAP system
functional with no stored DTCs. If the catalyst monitor does not complete during a particular driving cycle,
the already accumulated switch/signal data is retained in the KAM and is used during the next driving cycle
to allow the catalyst monitor a better opportunity to complete.
Rear HO2S can be located in various configurations to monitor different kinds of exhaust systems. In-line
engines and many V-engines are monitored by their individual bank. A rear HO2S is used along with the
front, fuel control HO2S for each bank. Two sensors are used on an in-line engine and 4 sensors are used
on a V-engine. Some V-engines have exhaust banks that combine into a single underbody catalyst. These
systems are referred to as Y-pipe systems. They use only 1 rear HO2S along with the 2 front, fuel-control
HO2S. The Y-pipe system uses 3 sensors in all. For Y-piped systems, the 2 front HO2S signals are
combined by the PCM software to infer what the HO2S signal would have been in front of the monitored
catalyst. The inferred front HO2S signal and the actual single, rear HO2S signal is then used to calculate the
index ratio.
Exhaust systems that use an underbody catalyst without a downstream/rear HO2S are not monitored by the
catalyst efficiency monitor.
Most vehicles that are part of the low emission vehicle (LEV) catalyst monitor phase-in, monitor less than
100% of the catalyst volume. Often this is the first catalyst brick of the catalyst system. Partial volume
monitoring is done on LEV and ultra low emission vehicle (ULEV) vehicles in order to meet the 1.75
emission standard. The rationale for this strategy is that the catalyst nearest the engine deteriorate first,
allowing the catalyst monitor to be more sensitive and illuminate the MIL correctly at lower emission
standards.
Many applications that use partial-volume monitoring place the rear HO2S after the first light-off catalyst can
or after the second catalyst can in a 3-can per bank system. (A few applications placed the HO2S in the
middle of the catalyst can, between the first and second bricks).
Some partial zero emission vehicles (PZEV) use 3 sets of HO2S per engine bank. The front sensors or
stream 1 (HO2S11/HO2S21) are the primary fuel control sensors. The next sensors downstream or stream
2 in the exhaust are used to monitor the light-off catalyst (HO2S12/HO2S22). The last sensors downstream
or stream 3 in the exhaust (HO2S13/HO2S23) are used for very long term fuel trim in order to optimize
catalyst efficiency (fore aft oxygen sensor control). For additional heated oxygen sensor information, refer to
the Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Monitor in this section.
Index ratios for ethanol (flex fuel) vehicles vary based on the changing concentration of alcohol in the fuel.
The threshold to determine a concern typically increases as the percent of alcohol increases. For example, a
threshold of 0.5 may be used at E10 (10% ethanol) and 0.9 may be used at E85 (85% ethanol). The
thresholds are adjusted based on the percentage of alcohol in the fuel. Standard fuel may contain up to 10%
ethanol.
Catalyst Efficiency Monitor
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Cold Start Emission Reduction Monitor
Overview
The cold start emission reduction monitor is an on-board strategy designed for vehicles that meet the low
emissions vehicle-II (LEV-II) emissions standards. The monitor works by validating the operation of the
components of the system required to achieve the cold start emission reduction strategy. There are 2 types
of monitors:
cold start emission reduction component monitor
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cold start emission reduction system monitor
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Cold Start Emission Reduction Component Monitor
Two different tests are carried out during the cold start emission reduction component monitor. The low idle
airflow test which checks the performance of the idle air control strategy and the spark timing monitor test
which checks the spark timing strategy.
Low Idle Air Flow Test
When the cold start emission reduction monitor is enabled, the powertrain control module (PCM) commands
the idle air control system to increase the RPM, which elevates engine air flow. While this cold start emission
reduction elevated air flow is requested, the low idle air flow test compares the measured idle air flow from
the mass air flow (MAF) sensor to the commanded idle air control strategy. For the purpose of detecting low
air flow failures, the low air flow test uses the measured air flow and the commanded air flow to create a low
air flow index.
Low idle air flow test operation:
DTC: P050A cold start idle air control system performance
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Monitor execution: Once per driving cycle, from start up with the cold start emissions reduction active
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Monitor sequence: none
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Monitoring duration: 7 seconds
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Low idle air flow test entry conditions:
Engine coolant temperature is between 4.4°C (40°F) and 82.2°C (180°F)
!
Barometric pressure is between 76.2 kPa (22.5 in-Hg) and 105 kPa (31 in-Hg)
!
Engine off soak time is at least 50 minutes
!
Throttle is at closed position
!
Spark Timing Monitor Test
The PCM is equipped with a spark conduction capture circuit which measures the timing and duration of the
spark delivered by processing the flyback voltage signal from the primary side of the ignition coil. When the
cold start emission reduction monitor is enabled, the spark control strategy in the PCM commands the spark
timing strategy to retard the spark timing. While retarded spark timing is requested, the spark timing monitor
compares the measured spark timing from the spark conduction capture circuit to the commanded spark
timing from the spark control strategy. For the purpose of detecting spark timing failures, the spark timing
monitor increments a fault filter if the measured spark timing is advanced by more than 5 degrees from the
commanded spark timing. A failure is indicated if the fault filter exceeds a value of 200, equivalent to a
failure duration of approximately 4 seconds.
Spark timing monitor test operation:
DTC: P050B cold start ignition timing performance
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Monitor execution: once per driving cycle, from start up with the cold start emission reduction monitor
!
active
Monitor sequence: none
!
Monitoring duration: 7 seconds
!
Spark timing monitor test entry conditions:
Engine speed is between 400 RPM and 2,000 RPM
!
Engine position and cylinder identification are synchronized
!
There is no concerns with the ignition coils primary circuits
!
Cold Start Emission Reduction System Monitor
The powertrain control module (PCM) uses the cold start emission reduction system monitor to calculate the
actual catalyst warm up temperature during a cold start. The actual catalyst warm up temperature
calculation uses measured engine speed, measured air mass and commanded spark timing inputs to the
PCM. The PCM then compares the actual temperature to the expected catalyst temperature model. The
expected catalyst temperature model calculation uses desired engine speed, desired air mass and desired
spark timing inputs to the PCM. The difference between the actual and expected temperatures is reflected in
a ratio. This ratio is a measure of how much loss of catalyst heating occurred over the period of time and
when compared with a calibrated threshold it helps the PCM to determine if the cold start emission reduction
system is working properly. This ratio correlates to tailpipe emissions, and a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
illuminates when the calibrated threshold is exceeded. The monitor is disabled if a concern is present in any
of the sensors or systems used for expected catalyst temperature model calculation.
Cold start emission reduction system monitor test operation:
DTC: P050E cold start engine exhaust temperature out of range
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Monitor execution: once per driving cycle, from start up with the cold start emission reduction monitor
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active
Monitor sequence: the monitor collects data during first 15 seconds of the cold start
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Monitoring duration: the monitor completes 300 seconds after initial engine start
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Cold start emission reduction system monitor entry conditions:
Engine coolant temperature at the start of the monitor is between 1.67°C (35°F) and 37.78°C (100°F)
!
Barometric pressure is above 74.5 kPa (22 in-Hg)
!
Catalyst temperature at the start of the monitor is between 1.67°C (35°F) and 51.67°C (125°F)
!
Fuel level is above 15%
!
Power take-off operation is disabled
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Comprehensive Component Monitor (CCM)
The CCM monitors for concerns in any powertrain electronic component or circuit that provides input or
output signals to the PCM that can affect emissions and is not monitored by another on board diagnostics
(OBD) monitor. Inputs and outputs are, at a minimum, monitored for circuit continuity or correct range of
values. Where feasible, inputs are also checked for rationality, and outputs are also checked for correct
functionality.
The CCM covers many components and circuits and tests them in various ways depending on the hardware,
function, and type of signal. For example, analog inputs such as throttle position or engine coolant
temperature are typically checked for opens, shorts, and out-of-range values. This type of monitoring is
carried out continuously. Some digital inputs like brake switch or crankshaft position rely on rationality
checks - checking to see if the input value makes sense at the current engine operating conditions. These
types of tests may require monitoring several components and can only be carried out under the appropriate
test conditions.
Outputs such as coil drivers are checked for opens and shorts by monitoring a feedback circuit or smart
driver associated with the output. Other outputs, such as relays, require additional feedback circuits to
monitor the secondary side of the relay. Some outputs are also monitored for correct function by observing
the reaction of the control system to a given change in the output command. An idle air control solenoid can
be functionally tested by monitoring the idle RPM relative to the target idle RPM. Some tests can only be
carried out under the appropriate test conditions. For example, the transmission shift solenoids can only be
tested when the PCM commands a shift.
The following is an example of some of the input and output components monitored by the CCM. The
component monitor may belong to the engine, ignition, transmission, air conditioning, or any other PCM
supported subsystem.
1. Inputs:
Air conditioning pressure (ACP) sensor, camshaft position (CMP) sensor, crankshaft position (CKP)
sensor, engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor, engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor, fuel rail
pressure (FRP) sensor, fuel rail pressure temperature (FRPT) sensor, fuel tank pressure (FTP)
sensor, intake air temperature (IAT) sensor, mass air flow (MAF) sensor, throttle position (TP) sensor.
3. CCM is enabled after the engine starts and is running. A DTC is stored in KAM and the MIL is
illuminated after 2 driving cycles when a concern is detected. Many of the CCM tests are also carried
out during an on-demand self-test.
Comprehensive Component Monitor (CCM)
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Electric Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EEGR) System Monitor
The EEGR system monitor is an on-board strategy designed to test the integrity and flow characteristics of
the EGR system. The monitor is activated during EGR system operation and after certain base engine
conditions are satisfied. Input from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) or cylinder head temperature
(CHT), intake air temperature (IAT), throttle position (TP), crankshaft position (CKP), mass air flow (MAF),
and manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors is required to activate the EGR system monitor. Once
activated, the EGR system monitor carries out each of the tests described below during the engine modes
and conditions indicated. Some of the EGR system monitor tests are also carried out during a key on engine
off (KOEO) or key on engine running (KOER) self-test.
The EEGR monitor consists of an electrical and functional test that checks the stepper motor and the EEGR
system for correct flow. The powertrain control module (PCM) controls the EEGR valve by commanding
from 0 to 52 discreet increments or steps to get the valve from fully closed to fully open. The stepper motor
electrical test is a continuous check of the 4 electric stepper motor coils and circuits to the PCM. A concern
is indicated if an open circuit, short to power, or short to ground has occurred in one or more of the stepper
motor coils or circuits for a calibrated period of time. If a concern has been detected, the EEGR system is
disabled, setting diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0403. Additional monitoring is suspended for the remainder
of the drive cycle, or until the next engine startup.
After the vehicle has warmed up and normal EEGR flow rates are being commanded by the PCM, the
EEGR flow check is carried out. The flow test is carried out once per drive cycle when a minimum amount of
exhaust gas is requested and the remaining entry conditions required to initiate the test are satisfied. If a
concern is detected, the EEGR system, as well as the EEGR monitor, is disabled until the next engine
startup.
The EEGR flow test is done by observing the behavior of 2 different values: MAP - the analog MAP sensor
reading, and inferred MAP - calculated from the MAF sensor, throttle position and RPM. An EGR flow
concern is indicated by either a no flow condition or a low flow condition prior to exceeding 1.5 times the
applicable emission standard. The criteria used to determine which flow concern threshold applies is based
upon whether or not the applicable emission standards are exceeded on the federal test procedure test
cycle without EGR delivery.
When the flow test entry conditions have been satisfied, EEGR is commanded to flow at a calibrated test
rate (about 10%). At this time, the value of MAP is recorded (EGR-ON MAP). The value of inferred MAP
EGR-ON inferred MAP is also recorded. Next the EEGR is commanded off (0%). Again, the value of MAP is
recorded (EGR-OFF MAP). The value of EGR-OFF inferred MAP is also recorded. Typically, 7 such
ON/OFF samples are taken. After all the samples have been taken, the average EGR-ON MAP, EGR-ON
inferred MAP, EGR-OFF MAP and EGR-OFF inferred MAP values are stored.
The difference between the EGR-ON and EGR-OFF value is calculated as follows:
If the sum of MAP-delta and inferred MAP-delta exceeds a maximum threshold or falls to less than a
minimum threshold, DTC P0400 (high or low flow concern) is registered.
As an additional check, if the EGR-ON MAP exceeds a maximum threshold (BARO, a calibrated value),
DTC P0400 (low flow) is set. This check is carried out to detect reduced EGR flow on systems where the
MAP sensor is located in the intake manifold plenum.
Note: BARO is inferred at engine startup using the KOEO MAP sensor reading. It is updated during high,
part-throttle or high RPM engine operation.
If the inferred ambient temperature is less than -7°C ( 2 0 °F ) , g r e a t e r t h a n 5 4 °C ( 1 3 0 °F ) , o r t h e a l t i t u de is
greater than 8,000 feet (BARO less than 22.5 in-Hg), the EEGR flow test cannot be reliably done. In these
conditions, the EEGR flow test is suspended and a timer starts to accumulate the time in these conditions.
When the vehicle leaves these extreme conditions, the timer starts to decrement, and if conditions permit,
attempts to complete the EGR flow monitor. If the timer reaches 800 seconds, the EEGR flow test is
disabled for the remainder of the current driving cycle and the EGR monitor is set to a ready condition.
A DTC P1408, like the P0400, indicates a EGR flow concern (outside the minimum or maximum limits) but is
only set during the KOER self-test. The P0400 and P0403 are MIL codes. P1408 is a non-MIL code.
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