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2014/09/15 SCR Catalyst Inlet Temperature Sensor - Test (M0091957-05)

SMCS - 1091 i05920934

Table 1

Diagnostic Trouble Codes  PPW

J1939 CDL
202 -800
Code Description  Comments 

4
Code  Code 

10: 3 / 0 320
3
The aftertreatment SCR catalyst

/ 9
Aftertreatment #1 SCR
4360- E946
0 4
Catalyst Intake Gas
2 4
intake gas temperature sensor has

M0 :29+
detected that the SCR intake
16  (2)  Temperature : High -
temperature is above the normal
moderate severity (2) 

0
operating range. 

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Aftertreatment #1 SCR
The aftertreatment SCR catalyst
intake gas temperature sensor has
4360-
17 
E947
(1)  023 7
Catalyst Intake Gas
Temperature : Low - least
detected that the SCR intake
temperature is below the normal
severe (1) 
Cat operating range. 

Aftertreatment #1 SCR erp The aftertreatment SCR catalyst

illa
intake gas temperature sensor has
4360- E947 Catalyst Intake Gas
detected that the SCR intake

r In
18  (2)  Temperature : Low –
temperature is far below the normal
moderate severity (2) 

c.
operating range. 

Illustration 1 g03273938
(1) Turbocharger
(2) DPF
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(3) SCR inlet

(4) SCR outlet

The temperature of the exhaust gas is checked by the SCR inlet temperature sensor (5) at the inlet
of the SCR canister (3). This input is used to ensure a proper reaction with the SCR catalyst and to
properly dose DEF into the exhaust stream.

Illustration 2 g03273939
(5) SCR inlet temperature sensor

Table 2

Troubleshooting Test
Values  Results 
Steps 

1. Determine the diagnostic

Result : A 4360-16 or E946 (2) code with an
code.
ETI of 1 or 2 is active or logged.
A. Connect Cat® ET to the
Proceed to Test Step 2.
service tool connector. Refer to
Diagnostic trouble
Troubleshooting, "Electronic
code  Result : A 4360-17, E947 (1), 4360-18 or
Service Tools", if necessary.
E947 (2) code is logged or active.
B. Determine if a diagnostic
Proceed to Test Step 2.
trouble code is present.
 
 

2. Check the operation of the Sensor  Result : The value of the SCR catalyst inlet
SCR catalyst inlet temperature sensor is within ± 9° C (15° F) of
temperature sensor. ambient temperature.
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Note : Only perform this step on Repair : Reinstall the sensor. torque the
a cold engine. sensor to the proper specification.

A. Remove the SCR catalyst For a 4360-16 or E946 (2) code proceed to
inlet temperature sensor and Test Step 4.
allow the sensor to rest in
ambient air for 2 minutes. For a 4360-17, E947 (1), 4360-18 or E947
(2) code proceed to Test Step 3.
B. Connect to the engine ECM
by using Cat ET. Result : The value of the SCR catalyst inlet
temperature sensor is not within ± 9° C
C. Monitor the value of the SCR (15° F) of ambient temperature.
catalyst inlet temperature
sensor on Cat ET. Repair : Replace the SCR catalyst inlet
  temperature sensor. Refer to the
Disassembly and Assembly manual for more
information.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

 

3. Check for exhaust leaks.

A. Start the engine.

B. Check the exhaust system

for proper installation.
Result : There were exhaust leaks found.
C. Check for proper installation
of the exhaust system
Repair : Repair or replace the component
insulation.
Exhaust leaks  that is causing an exhaust leak.
D. Inspect the exhaust system
Proceed to Test Step 5.
between the DPF and the SCR
 
for signs of an exhaust leak.

E. Inspect the SCR inlet

temperature sensor to ensure
proper installation in the sensor
port.
 

4. Check the Diesel Exhaust DEF  Result : The DEF is not contaminated.
Fluid (DEF) quality.
Repair : Check the exhaust system for fuel.
A. Measure the DEF quality. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Exhaust System
Refer to the Testing and Contains Fuel".
Adjusting, "Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Quality - Test" for the correct Contact the Dealer Solution Network (DSN)
procedure. for authorization to replace the DOC, DPF,
  DEF Injector, and the SCR catalyst. Refer to
Special Instruction, REHS8180  and the
Disassembly and Assembly for more
information.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

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Result : The DEF is contaminated.

Repair : Contact the DSN for authorization to

replace the DEF tank, DEF tank header and
filters, all DEF lines, DEF pump, DEF
injector, and the SCR catalyst. Refer to
Special Instruction, REHS8180  and the
Disassembly and Assembly for more
information.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

 

Result : The test was successful.

5. Perform the "Aftertreatment
System Functional Test" Return the unit to service.

A. Start the engine. Result : The test was not successful. There
are additional diagnostic codes.
"Aftertreatment
B. Connect to the "Engine #1
System
Aftertreatment Control ECM" Repair : Troubleshoot the diagnostic codes
Functional Test" 
using Cat ET. that are active. Refer to the Troubleshooting
guide for the correct troubleshooting
C. Perform the "Aftertreatment procedure.
System Functional Test".
  Verify that the problem has been resolved.
 

Complete the procedure in the order in which the steps are listed.

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