MID 039 - CID 0171 - FMI 04: Troubleshooting

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Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 320D GC EXCAVATOR PCM02008
Configuration: 320D GC Excavator PCM00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C6.4 Engine

Troubleshooting
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Electronic Control System
Media Number -RENR9848-31 Publication Date -01/04/2015 Date Updated -07/08/2018

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MID 039 - CID 0171 - FMI 04


SMCS - 1928-038
MID 039 CID 0171 FMI 04

Conditions Which Generate This Code:

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Ambient Air Temperature sensor schematic

This diagnostic code is for the Ambient Air Temperature sensor. An FMI 04 indicates that the
machine ECM has determined the sensor output signal voltage is below the normal limit.

Possible causes for this diagnostic code are:

• The sensor may have failed.

• The sensor output signal circuit may be shorted to ground.

• The machine ECM may have failed, but is unlikely.

Note: The following test procedure may create other diagnostic codes. Ignore these created
diagnostic codes now, but clear those codes after the original diagnostic code has been corrected.

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Note: Poor connections are often the cause of a problem in electrical circuits. Before
performing this procedure, inspect all the harness connectors involved in the circuit. Verify
that all the connections in the circuit are clean, secure, and in good condition. If a problem is
found with any of the connections: correct the problem and verify that diagnostic code CID
0171 FMI 04 is still active, before performing the following procedures.

System Response:

This failure may cause the Ambient Air Temperature sensor to indicate a maximum temperature,
either constantly, or intermittently.

Test Step 1. CHECK THE SENSOR THE ECM, AND THE MACHINE HARNESS.

A. Turn the disconnect switch and the key start switch to the OFF position.

B. Disconnect the machine harness connector from the Ambient Air Temperature sensor.

C. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. Observe the status of the diagnostic code.

Expected Result:

The CID 0171 FMI 04 code remains active.

Results:

• YES - The CID 0171 FMI 04 code remains active. The sensor is not the problem. Go to
Test Step 2.

• NO - The CID 0171 FMI 04 code is no longer active and has been replaced by an active
CID 0171 FMI 03 diagnostic code. The sensor has failed.

Repair: Replace the sensor.

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 2. CHECK THE SENSOR OUTPUT WIRE FOR A GROUND SHORT.

A. Turn the disconnect switch and the key start switch to the OFF position.

B. The sensor remains disconnected from the harness connector.

C. Disconnect both the J1 and J2 ECM harness connectors from the ECM.

D. At the J1 harness connector for the ECM, measure the resistance from contact J1-4 (N789-
BU(Blue)) to all the other contacts used in both the J1 and J2 ECM harness connectors.

Expected Result:

Each resistance is more than 5000 ohms.

STOP.

Results:

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• YES - Each resistance is more than 5000 ohms. Go to Test Step 3.

• NO - A resistance is less than 5000 ohms. There is a short circuit in the machine harness.

Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness.

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 3. CHECK THE DIAGNOSTIC CODE STATUS.

A. Reconnect all harness connectors. Make sure that all connectors are fully seated. Observe
that the clips for each connector are securely fastened.

B. Turn the disconnect switch and the key start switch to the ON position.

C. Clear all inactive diagnostic codes.

D. Operate the machine.

E. Check the status of the CID 0171 FMI 04 diagnostic code.

Expected Result:

The CID 0171 FMI 04 code is not active.

Results:

• YES - The CID 0171 FMI 04 code is no longer active and does not exist now.

Repair: The cause for the diagnostic code has been corrected. Return the machine back to
normal operations.

STOP

• NO - The CID 0171 FMI 04 diagnostic code is still active. The problem has not been
corrected.

Repair: If you have not inspected the harness connectors in a previous Test Step, do that
now.

Clean the contacts of the harness connectors. Check the wires for damage to the insulation
caused by excessive heat, battery acid, or chafing.

Perform a 45 N (10 lb.) pull test on each of the wires that are associated with the solenoid
circuit.

Perform a “wiggle test” on the solenoid circuit of the machine wiring harness, using the
Cat® Electronic Technician (ET) service tool. The “wiggle test” can be used to detect open
or shorted connections in the machine wiring harness.

Reconnect all harness connectors. Make sure that the connectors are fully seated. Observe
that the clips for each connector are securely fastened.

Perform Test Step 3 again.

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If the problem has NOT been found, and this diagnostic code is still active, the ECM may
have failed.

Prior to replacing an ECM, always contact your Dealership Technical Communicator for
possible consultation with Caterpillar, or with the Dealer Solutions Network.

This consultation may greatly reduce repair time.

If the ECM needs to be replaced, see Testing and Adjusting, "Electronic Control Module
(ECM) - Replace".

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