check engine ISUZU TF SERIES 2004 Workshop Manual

6E–228 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1693
TACHOMETER OUTPUT LOW VOLTAGE
Condition for setting the DTC and action taken when the DTC sets
Circuit Description
Based on the information from the Crank Position
Sensor (CKP), X58 reference signal is generated at
each rotation of the crankshaft.
Engine Control Module (ECM) converts X58 reference
signal into the square wave signal which is used to drive
the pulse generator of the tachometer.
When the wave length of the output signal is long, the
tacho meter indicates the engine speed is low, and vise
versa.
This malfunction detects a low impedance short toground or open contact on the Tacho output, the
Diagnostic Trouble Code P1693 will be set.
Diagnostic Aids
Poor connections or a damaged harness - Inspect
the harness connections for: backed out terminals,
imprope, mating or damaged terminals. Also check
for open circuit, short to ground, and short to voltage.
This malfunction detects a low impedance short to
ground or open contact on the ECM out put circuit.
Code Type DTC Name DTC Setting Condition Fail-Safe (Back Up)
P1693 B Tacho mete r Output Lo w Vo lta ge Tacho o utput circuit sho rt to gro und circuit. No fail-safe functio n.

ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E–229
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1693 Tachometer Output Low Voltage
Step A ction Value(s) Yes No
1 Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2Go to On Board
Diagnostic
(OBD) System
Check
2 1. Connect the Tech 2.
2. Review and record the failure information.
3. Select “F0: Read DTC Infor By Priority” in “F0:
Diagnostic Trouble Code”.
Is the DTC P1693 stored as “Present Failure”?—Go to Step 3Refer to
Diagnostic Aids
and Go to Step
3
3 1. Using the Tech2, ignition “On” and engine “Off”.
2. Select “Clear DTC Information” with the Tech2 and
clear the DTC information.
3. Operate the vehicle and monitor the “F5: Failed
This Ignition” in “F2: DTC Information”.
Was the DTC P1693 stored in this ignition cycle?—Go to Step 4Refer to
Diagnostic Aids
and Go to Step
4
4 Check for poor/faulty connection at the ECM or meter
connector. If a poor/faulty connection is found, repair
the faulty terminal.
Was the problem found?
—Verify repair Go to Step 5
5 If a oscilloscope is available, monitor the Tachometer
output signal. Does the oscilloscope indicate correct
wave form?
—Go to Step 10Not available:
Go to Step 6
Fix ed at low:
Go to Step 6
Fixed at High:
Go to Step 7
25
C-56(J2) B-24
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Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor & Tacho Output Signa l
Reference Wave Form





CH1
0V





CH2
0V




Measurem ent Terminal: CH1: J1-21(+) / CH2: J2-25(+) GND(-)
Measurem ent Scale: CH1: 2V/d iv / CH2: 10V/div 5ms/div
Measurement Condition: Approx imately 2000rpm

6E–230 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
6 Using the DVM and check the Tacho output circuit.
Breaker box is available:
1. Ignition “Off”, engine “Off”.
2. Install the breaker box as type A. (ECM
disconnected) Refer to 6E-88 page.
3. Disconnect the meter connector.
4. Check the circuit for open or short to ground
circuit.
Was the problem found?
Breaker box is not available:
1. Ignition “Off”, engine “Off”.
2. Disconnect the ECM connector.
3. Disconnect the meter connector.
4. Check the circuit for open or short to ground
circuit.
Was the problem found?
—Repair faulty
harness and
verify repair Go to Step 7
7 Using the DVM and check the Tacho output circuit.
1. Ignition “On”, engine “Off”.
2. Disconnect the meter connector.
3. Check the circuit for short to power supply circuit.
Was the DVM indicated specified value?
Less than 1V Go to Step 8Repair faulty
harness and
verify repair
8 Check any accessory parts which may cause electric
interference or magnetic interference.
Was the problem found?—Remove the
accessory parts
and verify repair Go to Step 9 Step A ction Value(s) Yes No
J2-25
Breaker BoxB-24





1125C-56(J2) B-24
V
B-24
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6E–232 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
Before using this section, perform the “On-Board
Diagnostic (OBD) System Check” and verify all of the
following items:
The engine control module (ECM) and malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL = Check Engine Lamp) are
operating correctly.
There are no Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) stored.
Tech 2 data is within normal operating range. Refer to
Typical Scan Data Values.
Verify the customer complaint and locate the correct
symptom in the table of contents. Perform the
procedure included in the symptom chart.
VISUAL/PHYSICAL CHECK
Several of the symptom procedures call for a careful
visual/physical check. This can lead to correcting a
problem without further checks and can save valuable
time. This check should include the following items:
ECM grounds for cleanliness, tightness and proper
location.
Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks, and proper
connection, shown on the “Emission Control System
Schematics”. Check thoroughly for any type of leak or
restriction.
Air intake ducts for collapsed or damaged areas.
Air leaks at throttle body mounting area, manifold
absolute pressure (MAP) sensor and intake manifold
sealing surfaces.
Ignition wires for cracking, harness, and carbon
tracking.
Wiring for proper connections, pinches and cuts.
INTERMITTENT
Important: An intermittent problem may or may not turn
on the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or store a
Diagnostic Trouble Code. Do NOT use the Diagnostic
Trouble Code (DTC) charts for intermittent problems.
The fault must be present to locate the problem.
Most intermittent problems are cased by faulty electrical
connections or wiring. Perform a careful visual/physical
check for the following conditions.
Poor mating of the connector halves or a terminal not
fully seated in the connector (backed out).
Improperly formed or damaged terminal.
All connector terminals in the problem circuit should
be carefully checked for proper contact tension.
Poor terminal-to-wire connection. This requires
removing the terminal form the connector body to
check.
Ignition coils shorted to ground and arcing at ignition
wires or plugs.MIL (Check Engine Lamp) wire to ECM shorted to
ground.
Poor ECM grounds. Refer to the ECM wiring
diagrams.
Road test the vehicle with a Digital Multimeter
connected to a suspected circuit. An abnormal voltage
when the malfunction occurs is a good indication that
there is a fault in the circuit being monitored.
Using Tech 2 to help detect intermittent conditions. The
Tech 2 has several features that can be used to located
an intermittent condition.
An intermittent MIL (Check Engine Lamp) with no stored
Diagnostic Trouble Code may be caused by the
follow ing:
Ignition coil shorted to ground and arcing at ignition
wires or plugs.
MIL (Check Engine Lamp) wire to ECM short to
ground.
Poor ECM grounds. Refer to the ECM wiring
diagrams.
Check for improper installation of electrical options such
as light, cellular phones, etc. Check all wires from ECM
to the ignition control module for poor connections.
Check for an open diode across the A/C compressor
clutch and check for other open diodes (refer to wiring
diagrams in Electrical Diagnosis).
If problem has not been found, refer to ECM connector
symptom tables.
Check the “Broadcast Code” of the ECM, and
compare it with the latest Isuzu service bulletins and/
or Isuzu EEPROM reprogramming equipment to
determine if an update to the ECM’s reprogrammable
memory has been released.
To check the “Broadcast Code”, connect the Tech 2,
then look for “ID info.” then select “Broadcast Code”.
This should display a 4 character code, such as “XBYA”
(ex ample only).
This identifies the contents of the reprogrammable
software and calibration contained in the ECM.
If the “Broadcast Code” is not the most current
available, it is advisable to reprogram the ECM’s
EEPROM memory, which may either help identify a
hard-to find problem or may fix the problem.
The Service Programming System (SPS) will not allow
incorrect software programming or incorrect calibration
changes.

ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E–233
ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT RUN
DEFINITIONS: Engine cranks, but will not run. (The engine never start.)
NOTE: The replacement ECM must be programmed. Refer to section of the Service Programming System (SPS) in
this manual. Following ECM programming, the immobilizer system (if equipped) must be linked to the ECM.
Refer to section 11 “Immobilizer System-ECM replacement” for the ECM/Immobilizer linking procedure.
NOTE: The vehicle with immobilizer system, this system may be activated. Check the immobilizer system diagosis.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?—Go to Step 2Go to OBD
System Check
2 1. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found,
correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.
Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?—Verify repair Go to Step 3
3 Was a visually/physical check performed?
—Go to Step 4Go to Visual /
physical Check.
4 Check the “Ignition coil” fuse (15A) and “ECM” fuse
(15A).
Was a fuse blown?—Verify repair Go to Step 5
5 1. Ignition ON
2. Use a DVM to verify that battery voltage at the
ignition coil fuse, and the ECM fuse.
Was battery voltage presented at the fuses?—Go to Step 6Verify & repair
6 1. Visually/physically inspect for the following
conditions:
Restriction of air intake system. Check for a
restricted air filter element, or foreign objects
blocking the air intake system.
Check for objects blocking the IAC passage or
throttle bore, excessive deposits in the throttle
bore and on the throttle plate.
Check for a condition that causes a large
vacuum leak, such as an incorrectly installed or
faulty crankcase ventilation hose/brake booster
hose.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 7
7 1. Using a Tech 2, display the IAC value.
2. Check for a faulty, plugged, or sticking IAC
operation.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 8
8 1. Using a Tech 2, display the MAP sensor value.
2. Check for a faulty, plugged, or incorrectly installed
MAP sensor.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 9
9 If oscilloscope is available, check the wave form of the
CKP signal.
Was the correct wave form found?—Go to Step 12Go to Step 10
10 Check the CKP sensor wire for open or short circuit.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 11
11 Replace CKP sensor.
Is there still problem?—Replace pulsar
ring. Verify repair

6E–234 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
12 Visually/physically inspect the secondary ignition
wires. Check for the following conditions:
Verify that all ignition wire resistance are less than
the specified value.
Verify that ignition wires are correctly routed to
eliminate cross-fitting.
Verify that ignition wires are not arcing to ground.
Spraying the secondary ignition wires with a light
mist of water may help locate an intermittent
problem.
Was a problem found?#1 cyl. 4.4k

#2 cyl. 3.6k

#3 cyl. 3.1k

#4 cyl. 2.8k
Verify repair Go to Step 13
13 1. Disconnect the spark plug high tension cable from
No.1 spark plug.
2. Install a spark tester at the end of the
disconnected ignition coil.
3. Clip the spark tester to a good ground.
4. Observe the spark tester while the engine is
cranking.
Was a crisp blue spark observed? (Only one or two
sparks followed by no result is considered the same
as “No Spark”.)—Go to Step 21Go to Step 14
14 1. Disconnect the ignition coil harness connector.
2. Check for an open or short circuit between the
ignition coil and the ECM.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 15
15 1. Ignition “On”.
2. Using a Digital Voltmeter (DVM) check the ignition
wire coil at the ignition coil harness connector.
Was the voltage equal to the specified value?Battery
voltage Go to Step 16Verify repair
16 1. Ignition “Off”.
2. With DVM, check for an open in the ground wire at
the ignition coil harness connector.
Was the ground wire OK?—Go to Step 17Verify repair
17 Replace the ignition coil, verify the repair.
Attempt to start the engine.
Is there still a problem?—Go to Step 18Verify repair
18 Use an ohmmeter to check the ignition coil primary
winding resistance.
Was the primary winding resistance approximately
equal to the specified value? 0.8-18k
Go to Step 19Go to Step 20
19 Use an ohmmeter to check the ignition coil secondary
winding resistance.
Was the primary winding resistance hear around the
to the specified value? 2.5k
Go to Step 21Go to Step 20
20 Replace the ignition coil.—Veri fy repai r—
21 1. Remove the spark plugs from all cylinders.
2. Visually inspect the spark plug electrodes.
3. Replace any spark plugs with loose or missing
electrodes or cracked insulators.
Did your inspection reveal any spark plugs exhibiting
ex cessive fouling?—Correct the
fouling
condition Go to Step 22 Step Action Value(s) Yes No

ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E–235
22 Perform the procedure in Fuel System Pressure Test
(Refer to 6E-108
Fuel System Diagnosis) to
determine if there is a problem with fuel delivery.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 23
23 Refer to 6E-108 page
Fuel System Diagnosis to
determine if there is a problem with fuel delivery.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 24
24 Check for the following engine mechanical problems
(refer to Engine Mechanical):
Low compression
Leaking cylinder head gaskets
Worn camshaft
Camshaft drive belt slipped or stripped
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 25
25 1. Review all diagnostic procedures within this table.
2. If all procedures have been completed and no
malfunctions have been found, review/inspect the
followi ng:
Visual/physical inspection
Te c h 2 d a t a
All electrical connections within a suspected
circuit and/or system
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 26
26 Is the ECM programmed with the latest software
release?
If not, download the latest software to the ECM using
the “SPS (Service Programming System)”.
Was the problem solved?—Verify repair Go to Step 27
27 Replace the ECM.
Is the action complete?
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to section of the Service
Programming System (SPS) in this manual.
Following ECM programming, the immobilizer system
(if equipped) must be linked to the ECM. Refer to
section 11 “Immobilizer System-ECM replacement” for
the ECM/Immobilizer linking procedure.—Verify Repair— Step Action Value(s) Yes No

6E–236 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
HARD START SYMPTOM
DEFINITIONS: Engine cranks, but does not start for a long time. Does eventually start, of may start and then
immediately stall.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?—Go to Step 2Go to OBD
System Check
2 1. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found,
correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.
Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?—Verify repair Go to Step 3
3 Was a visually/physical check performed?
—Go to Step 4Go to Visual /
physical Check.
4 1. Visually/physically inspect for the following
conditions:
Restriction of air intake system. Check for a
restricted air filter element, or foreign objects
blocking the air intake system
Check for objects blocking the IAC passage or
throttle bore, excessive deposits in the throttle
bore and on the throttle plate
Check for a condition that causes a large
vacuum leak, such as an incorrectly installed or
faulty crankcase ventilation hose/brake booster
hose.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 5
5 1. Using a Tech 2, display the IAC value.
2. Check for a faulty, plugged, or sticking IAC
operation.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 6
6 Check engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor for
shift in value.
1. After 8 hours with hood up and the engine not
running, connect the Tech 2.
2. Ignition On, engine not running.
3. Using Tech 2, compare Engine Coolant
Temperature to Intake Air Temperature.
Are ECT and IAT within the specified value of each
other? 5°CGo to Step 8Go to Step 7

ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E–237
7 1. Using a Tech 2, display the engine coolant
temperature and note the value.
2. Check the resistance of the engine coolant
temperature sensor.
Is the actual resistance near the resistance value in
the chart for the temperature that was noted?
—Go to Step 8Replace the
ECT sensor.
Verify repair
8 1. Using a Tech 2, display the MAP sensor value in
comparison with atmosphere temperature.
2. Check for a faulty, plugged, or incorrectly installed
MAP sensor.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 9
9 Visually/physically inspect all spark plug high-tension
cables. Check for the following conditions:
Verify that the resistance of all spark plug high-
tension cables are less than the specified value.
Verify that the all spark plug high-tension cables are
correctly fitted to eliminate cross-fitting.
Verify that the all spark plug high-tension cables are
not arcing to ground.
Spraying the spark plug high-tension cables with a
light mist of water may help locate an intermittent
problem.
Was a problem found?#1 cyl. 4.4k

#2 cyl. 3.6k

#3 cyl. 3.1k

#4 cyl. 2.8k
Verify repair Go to Step 10
10 Check for proper ignition voltage output with a spark
tester.
Was the problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 11
11 1. Remove the spark plugs and check for gas or oil
fouling cracks, wear, improper gap, burned
electrodes, heavy deposits, or improper heat
range.
2. If spark plugs are fouled, the cause of fouling must
be determined before replacing the spark plugs.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 12
12 Check for a loose ignition control module ground.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 13
13 1. Check the ignition coil secondary resistance.
2. Replace the coil if it is greater than the specified
resistance.
Did the coil require replacement? 2.5k
Verify repair Go to Step 14 Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Temperature (°C) Resistance (
) (Approximately)
-20 26740
09120
20 3500
40 1464
60 664
80 333
100 175
120 102

6E–238 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
14 Drain sample fuel, visual inspection.
Any suspecion about the fuel, such as discoloration,
particle, contamination, water, unusual smell, then
drain the fuel from fuel tank.
Replace the fuel from know vehicle source.
If any suspicion of alcohol contamination, completely
drain the fuel, replace by fuel from known vehicle
source.—Verify repair Go to Step 15
15 Perform the procedure in Fuel System Pressure Test
(Refer to 6E-108
Fuel System Diagnosis) to
determine if there is a problem with fuel delivery.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 16
16 1. Check the injector connectors.
2. If any of the connectors are connected at an
improper cylinder, connect as necessary.
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 17
17 Check for the following engine mechanical problems
(refer to Engine Mechanical):
Low compression
Leaking cylinder head gaskets
Worn camshaft
Camshaft drive belt slipped or stripped
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 18
18 1. Review all diagnostic procedures within this table.
2. If all procedures have been completed and no
malfunctions have been found, review/inspect the
followi ng:
Visual/physical inspection
Te c h 2 d a t a
All electrical connections within a suspected
circuit and/or system
Was a problem found?—Verify repair Go to Step 19
19 Is the ECM programmed with the latest software
release?
If not, download the latest software to the ECM using
the “SPS (Service Programming System)”.
Was the problem solved?—Verify repair Go to Step 20
20 Replace the ECM.
Is the action complete?
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to section of the Service
Programming System (SPS) in this manual.
Following ECM programming, the immobilizer system
(if equipped) must be linked to the ECM. Refer to
section 11 “Immobilizer System-ECM replacement” for
the ECM/Immobilizer linking procedure.—Verify Repair— Step Action Value(s) Yes No