Circuit Description
The 3X reference signal is produced by the ignition control (IC) module. The IC module calculates the 3X reference signal by dividing the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor 7X pulses by 2 when the engine is running and the CKP synchronizing pulses are being received. The powertrain control module (PCM) uses the 3X reference signal to calculate the engine RPM and the CKP at engine speeds above 1600±150 RPM. The PCM also uses these pulses to initiate injector pulses. The PCM compares the 3X reference pulses to the 24X CKP pulses and the camshaft position (CMP) pulses. If the PCM receives an incorrect number of pulses on the 3X circuit a DTC P1374 will set and the PCM will use the 24X CKP reference circuit for fuel and ignition control. The engine will continue to start and run using only the 24X CKP and CMP sensor signals.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The engine is running, and the 24X reference pulses are being received.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The ratio of 24X reference pulses to 3X reference pulses received by the PCM does not equal 8. |
| • | The ratio of 24X reference pulses to CMP PCM input pulses received by the PCM equals 48. |
| • | The conditions are present for more than 10 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the control module stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the control module records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The control module writes the operating conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
DTC P1374 can be caused by secondary components leaking high voltage into the IC module.
Inspect for the following conditions:
| • | Incorrect harness routing near secondary ignition components |
| • | Ignition coil arcing to wiring harness or IC module--Inspect the ignition coils for the following conditions: |
| - | Cracks |
| - | Carbon tracking |
| - | Other signs of damage |
| • | Secondary ignition wires arcing to the wiring harness |
| • | If the DTC is determined to be intermittent, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections . |
Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics | |||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Does the DTC fail this ignition cycle? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 |
3 |
Does the DTC fail this ignition? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
4 |
Is an Engine Speed displayed? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Did the test lamp illuminate? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 |
6 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
7 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
8 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the ignition control module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 10 |
9 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Replace the ignition control module. Refer to Ignition Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 12 | -- |
11 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 12 | -- |
12 |
Does the DTC run and pass? | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 2 |
13 | With a scan tool, observe the stored information, Capture Info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | System OK | |
