SPACER 1V8230 - Caterpillar

Use this procedure to troubleshoot any suspect problems with the following indicator lamps:
Low oil pressure lamp
High coolant temperature lamp
Low coolant level lamp
Maintenance indicator lamp
Warning lamp
Diagnostic lampThe indicator lamps are activated by the Electronic Control Module (ECM) in order to inform the operator of various engine conditions. When the keyswitch is placed in the ON position, the diagnostic lamp and the warning lamp are illuminated by the ECM for a brief period.The ECM provides high side drivers and low side drivers for the lamp outputs.The following lamps utilize a low side driver for the lamp output at the ECM:
Low oil pressure lamp
High coolant temperature lamp
Low coolant level lampThe following lamps utilize a high side driver for the lamp output at the ECM:
Maintenance indicator lamp
Warning lamp
Diagnostic lampThe most likely cause of a problem with an indicator lamp is the bulb. The next most likely cause is a problem with a wire or with a connector. The least cause is a problem with the ECM.Note: An override feature is available in Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) for each of the lamp circuits. The override can be used to troubleshoot the lamp circuits.
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Schematic for the engine's lamp circuits
Note: There are configuration parameters that are associated with the low coolant level lamp and the maintenance indicator lamp. Ensure that these parameters are configured correctly prior to troubleshooting the lamp circuits. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Configuration Parameters" for information that is related to the configuration of the lamp circuits.
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Locations of the connectors that are associated with the lamp circuits (typical left rear engine view)
(1) Engine interface connectors
(2) J2/P2 ECM connectors
(3) J1/P1 ECM connectors
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Terminal locations at the P1 ECM connector that are for the lamp circuits
(P1-19) Diagnostic lamp
(P1-20) Warning lamp
(P1-28) Low oil pressure lamp
(P1-29) High coolant temperature lamp
(P1-30) Low coolant level lamp
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Terminal locations at the P2 ECM connector that are for the lamp circuits
(P2-6) Maintenance indicator lamp
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Terminal locations at the engine interface connector that are for the lamp circuits
(Terminal 20) Low coolant level lamp
(Terminal 21) High coolant temperature lamp
(Terminal 22) Maintenance indicator lamp
(Terminal 23) Low oil pressure lamp
(Terminal 24) Diagnostic lamp
(Terminal 25) Warning lamp
Table 1
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results
1. Inspect the Electrical Connectors and the Wiring
A. Remove electrical power from the ECM.
B. Thoroughly inspect connectors (1), (2), and (3). Also, thoroughly inspect any of the other connectors that are associated with the lamp circuits. Refer to the Schematic of the engine for connector locations. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect".
C. Perform a 45 N (10 lb) pull test on each of the wires for the lamp circuits.
D. Check the torque of the allen head screw on the ECM connectors and the engine interface connectors. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect" for the correct torque values.
E. Check the harness and the wiring for abrasion and for pinch points from the dash display back to the ECM.
Allof the connectors, pins and sockets are completely coupled and/or inserted and the harness and wiring are free of corrosion, of abrasion and of pinch points.
Result: