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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    NOTE:

    Review the customers oil change history. Make sure the customers is using the correct engine oil viscosity. If the incorrect oil is being used, change the oil, using the correct engine oil viscosity.

    1. Ignition on, engine off.
    2. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

      • Test Complete.
  2. ENGINE OIL 
    NOTE:

    If any engine oil pressure or oil temperature DTCs set along with P1521, repair them before continuing with the P1521 diagnostics.

    1. The following conditions must be checked.
      • OEM recommended oil viscosity is being used.
      • Customer is following the oil change schedule.
      • Check the engine oil for contamination. (i.e., fuel and/or engine coolant)
      • Internal engine condition that may effect oil pressure.

      Were any of the above conditions found?

      Yes 

      No