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Caterpillar — Test Step 17. Check the Resistance through the Harness

Testing & diagnosis · Suspect sensor wiring harness

From a Caterpillar service manual covering: 3500B Engine, PM3516, PM3516 Power Module. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Caterpillar 3500B engine

Procedure

  1. Disconnect ECM connector J1/P1, ECM connector J2/P2 and the suspect sensor connector.
  2. Connect pin A to pin C with a wire and measure resistance to supply at ECM P1.
  3. Connect pin B to pin C with a wire and measure resistance to return line at ECM P1.
  4. Remove all wire shorts and reconnect all connectors.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Resistance should be less than 10 Ohms through the harness

Source: Caterpillar service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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