Overview
| CODE | REASON | EFFECT |
| Fault Code: 3254 PID: SPN: 3242 FMI: 0/15 LAMP: Amber SRT: |
The aftertreatment diesel particulate filter intake temperature sensor reading has exceeded the maximum engine protection temperature limit.
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Possible reduced engine performance. |
Circuit Description
The aftertreatment temperature sensors are used by the engine control module (ECM) to monitor the engine exhaust temperatures in the aftertreatment system. The aftertreatment temperature sensors are thermistors and change resistance based on the temperature being measured. The ECM provides a 5 volt reference voltage to the sensor. The ECM monitors the change in signal voltage and converts this to a temperature value.
When the exhaust temperature is cold, the sensor or thermistor resistance is high. The ECM signal voltage only pulls down a small amount through the sensor to ground. Therefore, the ECM senses a high signal voltage or low temperature. When the exhaust gas temperature is hot, the sensor resistance is low. The signal voltage pulls down a large amount. Therefore, the ECM senses a low signal voltage, or a high temperature.
Component Location
The aftertreatment diesel particulate filter intake temperature sensor is located in the aftertreatment system. It is located at the outlet of the diesel oxidation catalyst and before the diesel particulate filter. Refer to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) service manual.
Conditions for Running the Diagnostics
This diagnostic runs continuously when the keyswitch is in the ON position and the engine is running.
Conditions for Setting the Fault Codes
The aftertreatment diesel particulate filter intake temperature sensor reading was greater than 650C [1202F] for 85 seconds, or the difference between the diesel oxidation catalyst intake temperature and the diesel particulate filter intake temperature was greater than 365C [689F] for 50 seconds.
Action Taken When the Fault Code is Active
- The ECM illuminates the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp and/or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) immediately when the diagnostic runs and fails.
Active and stationary regeneration of the diesel particulate filter will be 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 Code
- To validate the repair using a Diagnostic Road Test, utilize a route that incorporates both stop and go city type driving and steady state highway type driving. It may be necessary to load the unit for certain diagnostics in the ECM to run.
- To validate the repair using a Chassis Dynamometer, utilize a routine that incorporates acceleration and motoring events, steady state highway type operation, and load. This will simulate normal driving and allow the diagnostics in the ECM to run.
- To validate the repair, start the engine and perform the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent Aftertreatment Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Test.
- The fault code status displayed by the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent will change to INACTIVE immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.
- The ECM will turn off the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.
- For On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) engines, the ECM will extinguish the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) after three consecutive trips where the diagnostic runs and passes.
- The “Reset All Faults” command in the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent can be used to clear active and inactive faults, as well as extinguish the MIL for OBD applications.
Shop Talk
This fault will go inactive immediately after the aftertreatment temperatures drop below the warning limit, and will likely be inactive at the time of diagnosis. For these reasons, this troubleshooting tree must be used for both active and inactive fault codes.
Possible causes of this fault code include:
Excessive engine oil or diesel fuel being introduced into the exhaust system from the engine
A damaged engine fuel injector causing unburned diesel fuel to enter the exhaust system
The aftertreatment diesel particulate filter outlet temperature sensor malfunctioned in-range
A face plugged aftertreatment diesel oxidation catalyst
An in-range engine sensor malfunction has occurred, causing excessive fuel to enter the exhaust system.
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.
Troubleshooting Summary
Solution: S00002198
Verification
Conditions
- Turn keyswitch ON.
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
Action
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to read the fault codes.
Specification
Before troubleshooting this fault code, troubleshoot any fault code that is active or has more than one inactive count within the last 25 engine operating hours from the following list:
- Aftertreatment fuel: 1925, 1932, 1963
- Aftertreatment DPF: 3316, 3317, 3318
Linked Solutions
- None
Repair
- Perform a search on the appropriate fault codes.
Validation
- None
Solution: S00002933
Verification
Conditions
- Turn keyswitch ON.
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
Action
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revision listed in the ECM calibration revision history for applicable changes.
- Start the engine.
- Allow the engine to reach operating temperature.
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Perform the Injector Performance Test.
If the Fuel Injector Performance Test will not activate, then troubleshoot Fuel Injector Performance Test Will not Activate.
If the Fuel Injector Performance Test will not complete, then troubleshoot Fuel Injector Performance Test Will not Complete.
Specification
- If a Failed indication is displayed by the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent for any injector, then that injector is malfunctioning.
Linked Solutions
- None
Repair
- Replace the fuel injector.
- Perform the Snap Acceleration – Aftertreatment Connected Test.
Validation
- Connect all components
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Disable the fault code.
- Operate the engine within the «Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code» found in the Overview section of the troubleshooting procedure.
- Verify that the fault code is no longer active.
- Check ECM Calibration Revision History
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revisions listed in the ECM Calibration Revision History Database for applicable changes related to this fault code.
- Refer to ECM Calibration Revision History Database.
Solution: S00002774
Verification
Conditions
- Turn keyswitch OFF.
Specification
- If the Aftertreatment Fuel Injector Flow Test does not meet specification, then a malfunctioning aftertreatment fuel injector has been detected.
Linked Solutions
- None
Validation
- Connect all components
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Disable the fault code.
- Operate the engine within the «Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code» found in the Overview section of the troubleshooting procedure.
- Verify that the fault code is no longer active.
- Check ECM Calibration Revision History
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revisions listed in the ECM Calibration Revision History Database for applicable changes related to this fault code.
- Refer to ECM Calibration Revision History Database.
Solution: S00003332
Verification
Conditions
- Turn keyswitch ON.
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
Action
- Run the engine at idle.
- Perform the Aftertreatment Fuel Injector Leak Test.
Specification
- If the Aftertreatment Fuel Injector Leak Test does not meet specification, then a malfunctioning aftertreatment fuel injector has been detected.
Linked Solutions
- None
Repair
- Clean or replace the aftertreatment fuel injector.
- Perform the Snap Acceleration – Aftertreatment Connected Test.
Validation
- Connect all components
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Disable the fault code.
- Operate the engine within the «Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code» found in the Overview section of the troubleshooting procedure.
- Verify that the fault code is no longer active.
- Check ECM Calibration Revision History
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revisions listed in the ECM Calibration Revision History Database for applicable changes related to this fault code.
- Refer to ECM Calibration Revision History Database.
Solution: S00005074
Verification
Conditions
- Turn keyswitch OFF.
Action
- Remove the rocker lever cover.
- Visually inspect the rocker levers.
- Visually inspect crossheads for correct positioning.
- Visually inspect valve springs for damage.
- Check the overhead valve lash settings and adjustment.
Specification
- If any of the inspections are not within specification, then proceed to the Repair section.
Linked Solutions
- None
Repair
Repair or replace only the components that were found to be out of specification.
- Adjust the overhead.
- Replace the damaged or worn overhead component.
Validation
- Connect all components
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Disable the fault code.
- Operate the engine within the «Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code» found in the Overview section of the troubleshooting procedure.
- Verify that the fault code is no longer active.
- Check ECM Calibration Revision History
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revisions listed in the ECM Calibration Revision History Database for applicable changes related to this fault code.
- Refer to ECM Calibration Revision History Database.
Solution: S00000761
Verification
Conditions
- Turn keyswitch OFF.
Action
- Visually inspect for the presence of the aftertreatment DOC.
- Inspect the inlet face of the aftertreatment DOC for reuse.
Refer to Service Bulletin 4021600
- Inspect for cracks in the aftertreatment DOC cell walls.
Refer to Service Bulletin 4021600
- Inspect for soot or oil plugging the front face of the catalyst
Specification
- If plugging or damage is found, then proceed to the Repair section.
- If the face of the aftertreatment diesel oxidation catalyst is cracked or damaged, then proceed to Repair section.
Linked Solutions
- None
Repair
Repair or replace only the components that were found to be out of specification.
- If the face of the aftertreatment DOC is plugged, then clean the aftertreatment DOC.
- If the face of the aftertreatment DOC is cracked or damaged, then replace the aftertreatment DOC.
Validation
- Connect all components
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Disable the fault code.
- Operate the engine within the «Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code» found in the Overview section of the troubleshooting procedure.
- Verify that the fault code is no longer active.
- Check ECM Calibration Revision History
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revisions listed in the ECM Calibration Revision History Database for applicable changes related to this fault code.
- Refer to ECM Calibration Revision History Database.
Solution: S00000443
Verification
Conditions
- Connect all components.
- Turn keyswitch ON.
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
Action
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to read the fault codes.
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revision listed in the ECM calibration revision history for applicable changes.
Specification
- If a calibration update for this fault code is available, the ECM calibration revision must be that revision or higher.
Linked Solutions
- None
Repair
- Prior to downloading the ECM calibration, check to see that all job images and all other troubleshooting has been documented as downloading an ECM calibration will remove the fault codes on the ECM.
- Download the updated ECM calibration code.
Validation
- Connect all components
- Connect the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent.
- Disable the fault code.
- Operate the engine within the «Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code» found in the Overview section of the troubleshooting procedure.
- Verify that the fault code is no longer active.
- Check ECM Calibration Revision History
- Use the recommended Cummins® electronic service tool or equivalent to find the current ECM code and revision number in the ECM.
- Compare the ECM code and revision number in the ECM to the calibration revisions listed in the ECM Calibration Revision History Database for applicable changes related to this fault code.
- Refer to ECM Calibration Revision History Database.
If all steps have been completed and no root cause has been identified, then follow the technical escalation process.