Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you review the instrument cluster circuit description and perform the necessary inspections? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms |
2 | Start the engine and allow to reach operating temperature. Does the temperature gauge indicate normal? | -- | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections | Go to Step 3 |
3 |
Are the actual engine coolant temperature and the indicated coolant temperature within the specified value of each other? | 17°C (30°F) | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
4 |
Does the temperature gauge indicate COLD? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 |
Is continuity present? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 9 |
6 | The temperature gauge functions properly. Inspect the engine cooling system for operating conditions. Refer to Engine Overheating in Engine Cooling. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 3 |
7 | Repair the short to ground in CKT 35 (DK GRN) between the engine coolant temperature gauge sensor and the instrument cluster. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 3 |
8 | Replace the engine coolant temperature gauge sensor. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement in Engine Cooling. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 3 |
9 | Replace the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 3 |
10 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
