Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

DTC 41

Fig. 060 - WIRING DIAGRAM for Code 41 No RPM Signal. VIN N, VIN T:





CODE 41

NO RPM SIGNAL - VEHICLE IN MOTION

4.3L VIN "T"

5.7L VIN "N"

Code 41 means the ECM is "ON" and sees no RPM signal from generator. Code 41 could mean an open or ground in the tach signal circuit, if the engine is running with no RPM signal and vehicle is moving. If the problem clears, Code 41 will store.


Fig. 059 - Chart For Code 41 No RPM Signal.:





1. This step checks for voltage output at the generator "R" terminal which is the source of the RPM sginal. Check for voltage increase as engine speed is increased.
2. This step determines if a RPM signal is being sent to the ECM. Voltage reading should be approximately the same as was noted in step #1.

A voltage increase indicates the signal is being generated by the generator and fault is a bad connection at the ECM, or faulty ECM. To check the connection at the ECM, the terminal must be removed from the connector.

3. With an open circuit, there is still a small amount of voltage at the ECM. It will not increase when the throttle is opened.