Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTCs P0111 and P2183 Stored

09-089

July 21, 2011

Applies To:
2007-08 Element - ALL

MIL Comes On With DTCs P0111 and P2183
(Supersedes 09-089, dated November 25, 2009, to update the information marked by asterisks)

REVISION SUMMARY

* Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed because the MVCI updates control modules more efficiently.*

SYMPTOM

The MIL is on with DIG P0111 (intake air temperature [IAT] sensor circuit range/performance problem) and DTC P2183 (engine coolant temperature [ECT] sensor [sensor 2] circuit range/performance problem).

PROBABLE CAUSE

When a vehicle is parked in direct sunlight, the underhood air temperature can rise faster than the engine coolant temperature. This could create a higher than normal voltage difference between the IAT and ECT sensors, causing the PCM to store DTCs P0111 and P2183.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.

SOFTWARE INFORMATION

HDS Software Version:
2.020.015 or later.

Control Module (GM) Update:
Application Version V6.19.03 or later.
Database Update 22-OCT-2009 or later.

NOTE:
To avoid an incorrect repair that would not be covered under warranty, use the software version listed above or a later version.





The updated PGM-FI software program IDs and P/Ns are show. If one of these, or a later program ID, is the current Program ID displayed during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 125517

Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour

Failed Part: P/N 37820-PZD-A45

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 03203

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

DIAGNOSIS

Check the PGM-FI program ID and Program P/N currently in the ECM/PCM:

Does the ECM/PCM already have the updated software?

YES - Continue with normal troubleshooting.

NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/ Modules.





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