Circuit DescriptionThe SCR outlet temperature sensor is used by the electronic control module (ECM) to monitor the engine exhaust temperature exiting the SCR catalyst. The ECM monitors the voltage on the signal pin and converts this to a temperature value.

Component LocationThe SCR outlet temperature sensor is located in the aftertreatment system. It is located after the SCR catalyst.

Conditions for Running the DiagnosticsThis diagnostic runs continuously when the keyswitch is in the ON position.Conditions for Setting the Fault CodesThe ECM detects that the SCR catalyst outlet temperature sensor signal voltage is less than 0.13 VDC for more than 2 seconds.Action Taken When the Fault Code is ActiveThe ECM illuminates the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp and/or the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) immediately when the diagnostic runs and fails.Diesel exhaust fluid injection into the aftertreatment system is disabled.Engine torque will be reduced if the engine is operated for an extended period of time with this fault active.Conditions for Clearing the Fault CodeTo validate the repair, start the engine and let it idle for 1 minute.The fault code status displayed by INSITE? electronic service tool will change to INACTIVE immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.The ECM will turn off the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp after the diagnostic runs and passes.For On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) engines, the ECM will turn off the MIL after three consecutive trips where the diagnostic runs and passes.The Reset All Faults command in INSITE? electronic service tool can be used to clear active and inactive faults, as well as extinguish the MIL for OBD applications.

Shop TalkThe SCR outlet temperature sensor shares return wires in the engine harness with other sensors. A shorted return can cause multiple fault codes to be active.

Possible causes of this fault code include:

Signal shorted to ground in the harness.Signal shorted to return or ground in the sensor.Malfunctioning aftertreatment SCR catalyst temperature sensor interface module.Reference the appropriate OEM wiring diagram when troubleshooting circuits that utilize wiring supplied by the OEM.

For intermittent power supply and datalink communication issues with Aftertreatment Components, it is highly recommended that the OEM Power Distribution Center fuses and relays be thoroughly checked for loose, missing or intermittent connections.

Possible Cause:1) Aftertreatment SCR catalyst temperature sensor interface module failure2) ECM failure3) Engine harness, OEM harness