Isuzu 4ja1, Workshop Manual

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Engine Control System (4JH1) 6E-197
DTC P1520 (Symptom Code A) (Flash Code 47)
Circuit Description
(Manual Transmission)
The neutral switch is installed on the transmission gear
control box. When the gear position is neutral, the
switch is closed and the switch signal is provided to the
engine control module (ECM). If the ECM detects the
neutral switch signal is not changed from neutral during
the predetermined engine speed and vehicle speed
range, this DTC will set.
(Automatic Transmission)
The inhibitor switch is installed to the transmission case.
When the selector position is P or N range, the switch is
closed and the switch signal is provided to the Emir the
ECM detects the neutral switch signal is not changed
from P or N during the predetermined engine speed and
vehicle speed range, this DTC will set.
Condition for Running the DTC
•
The ignition switch is ON.
•
The engine speed is higher than 1500 RPM.
•
The vehicle speed is higher than 63 km/h (39
MPH) (M/T) or 78 km/h (49 MPH) (A/T).
•
The clutch pedal is released. (M/T).
Condition for Setting the DTC
•
The ECM detects that the neutral switch signal is
continuously ON (neutral or P/N range) during
three consecutive driving cycles.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
•
The ECM illuminates the malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic runs and fails.
Condition for Clearing the MIL/DTC
Important:
•
Following conditions must be met two consecutive
driving cycles. (One driving cycle: Ignition switch
ON > Engine run > Vehicle run > Ignition switch
OFF for 10 seconds)
- The engine speed is higher than 1500 RPM
- The vehicle speed is higher than 63 km/h (39
MPH) (M/T) or 78 km/h (49 MPH) (A/T)
- The clutch pedal is released (M/T)
- Other than neutral or P/N range
- After the above procedure is done, a history
DTC clears after 40 consecutive driving cycles
without a fault. Or clear with the scan tool.
Diagnostic Aids
•
If an intermittent condition is suspected, refer to
Intermittent Conditions in this section.
DTC P1520 (Symptom Code A) (Flash Code 47)
Schematic Reference:
Engine Controls Schematics
Connector End View Reference: Engine Controls
Connector End Views or Engine Control Module (ECM)
Connector End Views
Chart for M/T
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-
Engine Controls?
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Go to Step 2
Go to Diagnostic
System Check-
Engine Controls
2 1. Install the scan tool.
2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
3. Observe the Neutral Switch parameter with the
scan tool while shift to neutral and other
positions.
Does the scan tool indicate ON when the position is
neutral and OFF when other than the neutral?
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Go to Diagnostic
Aids Go to Step 3
3 1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the neutral switch harness connector.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
4. Observe the Neutral Switch parameter with the
scan tool.
Does the scan tool indicate ON?
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Go to Step 4 Go to Step 5
4 1. Test the neutral switch input signal circuit
between the engine control module (ECM) (pin 6
of C-57 connector) and the neutral switch (pin 1
of E-11 connector) for a short to battery or
ignition voltage.
2. Repair the circuit(s) as necessary.
Did you find and correct the condition?
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Go to Step 7 Go to Step 6