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P0128-THERMOSTAT RATIONALITY (CONTINUED) 5. ECT SENSOR OPERATION WARNING: Make sure the engine cooling system is cool before removing the pressure cap or any hose. The Use the DRB Temperature Probe #CH7050, or an equivalent temperature measuring tool, measure the engine cool- Is the ECT Sensor value with -15°C (5°F) of the temperature probe reading? Yes >> Go To 6 No >> Go To 7 6. OTHER POSSIBLE CAUSES Inspect the Temperature Sensors for any physical damage. Inspect the engine coolant. Make sure the coolant is at the proper level. Refer to the Service Information COOLING. Make sure the Temperature Sensors are properly installed. Make sure the CMP and CKP sensors are installed properly. Check the connectors for any signs of damage. WARNING: When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands With the engine running at normal operating temperature, monitor the Temperature sensor parameters while wig- Visually inspect the related wire harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, partially broken wires and broken, CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage Were any problems found during the above inspections? Yes >> Repair as necessary. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE) No >> Test Complete, the condition that set this DTC is not present at this time. 9 - 122 ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS ND |