Circuit Description

The Gravity Sensing Rough Road (G) sensor is a vertical low g-acceleration sensor. By sensing vertical acceleration caused by bumps or potholes in the road, the Engine Control Module (ECM) can determine if the changes in crankshaft speed are due to engine misfire or are driveline induced. If the G sensor detects a rough road condition, the ECM misfire detection diagnostic will be de-activated. The G sensor at rest output should be between 2.35-2.65 volts (+1G). During a rough road condition, the voltage output can vary between 0.5 (-1G) and 4.5 volts (+3G).