Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the fan clutch at the shroud.
  2. Measure between the low reference circuit terminal C and ground for less than 3 ohms.
    • If more than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  3. Ignition ON, measure between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal E and the low reference circuit terminal E for 4.8-5.2 volts.
    • If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    • If more than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  4. Install jumper wires in the 5-volt reference and low reference circuits between the harness and pigtail connectors at the shroud.
    • 5-volt reference circuit terminal E
    • Low reference circuit terminal C
  5. Measure DC voltage between the signal circuit terminal at the sensor pigtail connector and the 5-volt reference circuit jumper wire terminal.
  6. Ignition ON, rotate the fan by hand. The voltage should toggle between approximately 5 volts and 0 volts.
    • If the voltage does not toggle correctly, test the three circuits in the pigtail harness for a short to ground, a short to voltage, or an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal, replace the clutch.
  7. Leave the jumpers from the previous step in place. Measure voltage between the signal circuit terminal D at the harness and pigtail connectors at the shroud.
  8. Rotate the fan by hand. The voltage should toggle between approximately 5 volts and 0 volts.
    • If the voltage does not toggle correctly, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  9. If all circuits and the speed sensor test normal, replace the ECM.
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