Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Odometer Trip/Reset Switch Inoperative



Odometer Trip/Reset Switch Inoperative

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Circuit/System Description

The instrument panel cluster (IPC) calculates the mileage based on the vehicle speed information from the engine control module (ECM). The ECM sends a serial data message to the IPC indicating the value of the odometer. The IPC odometer information is displayed in the driver information center (DIC) and is accessed by pressing the TRIP/FUEL switch until the odometer and trip odometer information is displayed from the menu. The TRIP/FUEL switch is monitored by the IPC via the DIC select menu switch signal and the IPC also provides ground to the switch. The odometer will display 'error' if an internal memory failure is detected. The odometer displays either miles or kilometers and the desired units can be accessed by pressing the TRIP/FUEL switch.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the DIC switch.
2. Test for less than 1 ohm between the ground circuit terminal 5 and ground.

If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.

3. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Trip/Fuel Switch parameter is Inactive.

If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal 3 for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the IPC.

4. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 3 and ground. Verify the scan tool Trip/Fuel Switch parameter is Active.

If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the IPC.

5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the DIC switch.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests