NO.18 COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-RUNS COLD [L3]


BME010300000W20

18

COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS -RUNS COLD

DESCRIPTION

Engine takes excessive period for reaching normal operating temperature.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Thermostat malfunction
• Condenser fan system malfunction
• Cooling fan system malfunction

Diagnostic procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

RESULTS

ACTION

1
Is customer complaint "Lack of passenger compartment heat" only?
Yes
Inspect A/C and heater system.
No
Go to next step.
2
Does engine speed continue at fast idle?
Yes
Go to symptom troubleshooting "No.9 Fast idle/runs on".
No
Go to next step.
3
Remove thermostat and inspect operation.
Is thermostat okay?
Yes
Go to next step.
No
Replace thermostat.
4
Inspect cooling fan control system operation.
Does cooling fan control system work properly?
Yes
Access ECT PID.
Inspect for both ECT PID and temperature gauge on instrument cluster readings.
If temperature gauge on instrument cluster indicates normal range but ECT PID is not same as temperature gauge reading, inspect ECT sensor.
If temperature gauge on instrument cluster indicates cold range but ECT PID is normal, inspect temperature gauge and heat gauge unit.
No
Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
5
Verify test results.
• If okay, return to diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
• If malfunction remains, replace PCM.