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Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-, Checking

From January 2014:Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-, CHECKING 

From December 2015:Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-, CHECKING 

General Description 

Coolant flow is regulated by means of two mechanically coupled rotary slide valve s. The angular position of the rotary slide valves is regulated according to various engine maps stored in the engine control unit. Various switching positions can be implemented by configuring the rotary slide valves accordingly. This allows rapid heating of the engine, which, in turn, results in lower friction and higher fuel economy.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

Test requirements 

From January 2014: Test Procedure 

Step Procedure Result / Action to Take
1
  • PERFORM: Preliminary Check to verify the customers concern. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK .
-- Was Complaint verified?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 2.
-- NO:
  • GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
  • DISCONNECT: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- component connector terminals 4 to 5 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 2.4 - 4.6 Ω (@ approx. 20° C).
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 3.
-- NO:
  • REPLACE: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • GO TO: Step 6.
  • IGNITION: ON.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector terminals 1 to 3 for voltage.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: About 5.0 V.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 5.
-- NO:
  • GO TO: Step 4.
  • REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector terminal 1 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T105 / 33 for resistance.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector terminal 3 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T105 / 35 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 6.
-- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 6.
  • REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector terminal 2 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T105 / 80 for resistance.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector terminal 4 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T105 / 86 for resistance.
  • CHECK: Engine Temperature Control Actuator -N493- harness connector terminal 5 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T105 / 87 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 6.
-- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 6.
  • Final Procedure 
  • Perform a road test to verify repair.
-- Does the original DTC return?
-- YES:
  • CHECK: Engine Control Module -J623- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins.
  • REPAIR: As necessary.
  • Clear the DTC's. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to READINESS CODES .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
  • If all electrical connections are OK:
  • REPLACE: Engine Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to READINESS CODES .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
-- NO:
  • Perform the diagnostic procedure for any DTC's.
  • If no DTC's return the repair is complete.
  • Return vehicle to customer.