Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Engine Control Module Connector End Views

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

Start the engine.

Does the LOW OIL LEVEL message display in the radio?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

1. Install a scan tool.
2. With the scan tool, observe the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter in the ECM data lists.

Does the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter display OK?

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1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Disconnect the engine oil level switch.
3. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the engine oil level switch signal circuit and a good ground.
4. Start the engine.
5. With the scan tool, observe the Engine Oil Level Switch parameter.

Does the Engine Oil Level parameter display OK?

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Test the signal circuit of the engine oil level switch for an open, for a high resistance or for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Test the low reference circuit or the ground circuit of the engine oil level switch for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the engine control module (ECM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the engine oil level switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Replace the ECM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Replace the engine oil level switch. Refer to Engine Oil Level Sensor and/or Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Replace the radio. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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