Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Circuit/System Testing
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the fuel level sensor.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm between the fuel level sensor low reference circuit terminal B and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  3. Install a Signal Generator and Instrument Panel Tester between the fuel level sensor signal circuit terminal C and the fuel level sensor low reference circuit terminal B.
  4. Ignition ON, vary the signal generator resistance between 40 and 250 ohms. Verify that the scan tool Fuel Tank Level Remaining parameter displays a range that varies between 5 and 95 percent as the signal generator resistance changes.
    • If not within the specified range, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit test normal, replace the ECM.
  5. If all circuits test normal, perform the fuel level sensor component test before replacing the fuel level sensor.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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