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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views , Engine Control Module Connector End Views for the 6.0L engine, or Engine Control Module Connector End Views for the 7.0L engine

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Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

Start the engine.

Does the CHECK OIL LEVEL message display in the DIC?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

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  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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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 4

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  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the engine oil level switch.
  3. Install a 3-Amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit.
  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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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

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Test the signal circuit of the engine oil level switch for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 7

6

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 9

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Replace the engine oil level switch. Refer to Engine Oil Level Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 6.0L engine or Engine Oil Level Sensor and/or Switch Replacement for the 7.0L engine.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 11

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9

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

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 11

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10

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

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 11

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2