FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Engine Mangement

Trouble Code Number
- Scan tool 71
- General Scan Tool (None listed)
- MIL 44

Fault Message
- Battery Temperature Sensor Volts Out of Limit

Background
- Battery temperature input is used to adjust the generator charging rate based upon the ambient temperature around the battery.

Range of Check
- Ignition switch: ON

Set Condition
- The sensor voltage is not within the acceptable range of 0.3 to 4.9 volts for 3 seconds or more.

Probable Cause
- Battery temperature sensor failed
- PCM failed

Recommended Action
- Replace the PCM.