GHG17 Heavy Duty Troubleshooting Manual (DDC-SVC-MAN-0191)
GHG17 Heavy Duty Troubleshooting Manual (DDC-SVC-MAN-0191)
Electrical System
The Detroit Diesel Electronic Control System (DDEC) controls fuel injection timing and output by the common rail
fuel injector on the engine. The system also monitors several engine functions using electrical sensors which send
electrical signals to the Motor Control Module (MCM). The MCM then computes the incoming data and determines
the correct fuel output and timing for optimum power, fuel economy and emissions. The MCM also has the ability
to display warnings or shut down the engine completely (depending on option selection) in the case of damaging
engine conditions, such as low oil pressure, low coolant, or high oil temperature.
The DDEC system also has a cab-mounted control unit for vehicle engine management, the Common Powertrain
Controller (CPC). The connection to the vehicle is made via a CAN interface which digitally transmits the nominal
values (e.g. torque, engine speed specifications, etc.) and the actual values (e.g. engine speed, oil pressure, etc.).
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) engines will use the sixth generation of the DDEC system, DDEC10®
Motor Control Module (MCM).
The replacement of DDEC components is based on indicated diagnostic codes leading to faulty components.
5.1.1 Harnesses
There are two major harness: the Engine Harness (EH) and the Vehicle Interface Harness (VIH). The Engine
Harness is installed at the factory and is delivered connected to all engine sensors, the fuel injection system, and
the MCM. The Original Engine Manufacturer (OEM) supplied VIH connects the CPC to other vehicle systems.
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shutdown or ramp down is available as an option. A shutdown override switch is required to allow the vehicle to
be moved to a safe location during automatic shutdown or ramp down. The MCM tells the light when to activate.
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Needle control
19 MV_B2 49 DYN5_S Not Used
valve
Needle control Turbo Speed
20 MV_B2B 50 SGND
valve GND
21 MV_B2 Not Used 51 DYN1_S Turbo Speed
Needle control
22 MV_B1E 52 SGND_P Sensor ground
valve
23 MV_B1 Not Used 53 A23_S Not Used
Needle control Oil pressure
24 MV_B1C 54 A09_S
valve switch
Needle control
25 MV_B1 55 SGND_P Sensor ground
valve
Needle control
26 MV_B1A 56 KN2_2 Not Used
valve
Water level fuel
27 MV_B1 Not Used 57 A05_S filter
Sensor Power
28 START_B Not Used 58 SENS1_V Supply 1
29 KN1_1 Not Used 59 KN1_2 Not Used
30 A01_S Not Used 60 A02_S Not Used
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Charge air
pressure Sensor Power
87 A06_S [directly after 117 SENS1_V Supply 1
intake air
throttle]
88 SGND Not Used 118 A07_S Not Used
Charge air
temperature
89 KN2_1 Not Used 119 A19_S [directly after
intercooler]
Position intake
90 A03_S 120 A04_S Not Used
air throttle
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WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury before starting and running the engine, ensure the vehicle is parked on a
level surface, parking brake is set, and the wheels are blocked.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury from hot surfaces, wear protective gloves, or allow engine to cool before
removing any component.
1. Shut off the engine, apply the parking brake, chock the wheels, and perform any other applicable safety
steps.
2. Open the hood.
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid injury from electrical shock, use care when connecting battery cables. The magnetic switch
studs are at battery voltage.
3. Disconnect batteries. Refer to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures.
4. Remove the 120-pin electrical connector retaining bolts.
5. Release the latch on the harness connector to remove the 21-pin and the 120-pin electrical connectors
from the Motor Control Module (MCM).
6. On a rear sump oil pan, disconnect the oil dipstick tube from the MCM.
7. Remove the four bolts holding the MCM to the engine and remove the MCM.
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NOTICE
Ensure the MCM metal housing does not come in contact with the chassis.
Note : If installing a new MCM; after installation, program to proper settings using the programming station.
Note : Do not ground the MCM housing. This can result in false codes being logged.
1. Confirm that vehicle battery power is disconnected and the ignition is in the OFF position.
2. Install the MCM to the engine with four bolts and isolators. Torque the MCM-to-engine bolts to 15 N·m (11
lb·ft).
3. Connect the 21-pin and 120-pin engine harness connectors to the MCM. Close and lock the latch on the
connectors.
4. Install the 120-pin electrical connector retaining bolts. Torque to 15 N·m (11 lb·ft).
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid injury from electrical shock, use care when connecting battery cables. The magnetic switch
studs are at battery voltage.
5. Connect the batteries. Refer to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures.
6. Turn the ignition to the "ON" position. Observe DiagnosticLink for any diagnostic code(s). If any code(s)
are logged, refer to the proper code diagnostics.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury before starting and running the engine, ensure the vehicle is parked on a
level surface, parking brake is set, and the wheels are blocked.
WARNING
ENGINE EXHAUST
To avoid injury from inhaling engine exhaust, always operate the engine in a well-
ventilated area. Engine exhaust is toxic.
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The OEM is responsible for mounting this part in an enclosed, protected environment. The mounting bracket is the
responsibility of the OEM. There must be maximum physical separation of the VIH from other vehicle/equipment
electrical systems. Other electrical system wires should ideally be at least three feet away from the VIH and
should not be parallel to the VIH. This will eliminate coupling electromagnetic energy from other systems into the
VIH.
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Note : The CPC should be mounted with the connectors pointing down.
The CPC communicates over the J1587 and J1939 Data Links to the vehicle.
Within the CPC, sets of data for specific applications are stored. These include idle speed, maximum running
speed, and speed limitation. Customer programmable parameters are also stored here.
The CPC receives data from the operator (accelerator pedal position, switches, various sensors) and other
electronic control units (for example, synchronization controllers for more than one genset, air compressor
controls).
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From this data, instructions are computed for controlling the engine and transmitted to the MCM via the
proprietary data link.
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1. 120-Pin Connector
2. 21-Pin Connector
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid injury from electrical shock, use care when connecting battery cables. The magnetic switch
studs are at battery voltage.
2. Disconnect the batteries. Refer to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures.
3. If necessary, remove the passenger side fairing. Refer to OEM procedures.
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4. Remove the lower ACM cover mounting bolts (1) and remove the cover (2).
5. Note the location of the zip ties mounting the ATS harness to the ACM.
6. Remove the zip ties mounting the Aftertreatment System (ATS) harness to the ACM.
7. Release latch on harness connector to remove the 21-pin (1) and the 120-pin (4) electrical connectors from
the ACM.
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8. Disconnect the Soot Sensor Control Unit (SCU) electrical connector (5).
9. Remove the Soot SCU mounting bolts (2) and remove the SCU (6).
Note : If replacing the ACM, remove the Soot SCU, mounting bracket and bolts.
10. Remove the four mounting bolts (3) securing the ACM; remove ACM along with the isolators.
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Note : If replacing the ACM, install the Soot Sensor Control Unit (SCU) mounting bracket with new bolts.
2. Install the Soot SCU (6) and torque the mounting bolts (2) to 12 N·m (9 lb·ft).
3. Connect the Soot SCU electrical connector (5).
4. Connect the 21-pin (1) and 120-pin (4) electrical connectors to the ACM. Close and lock the latch on the
connectors.
5. Install the zip ties that mount the Aftertreatment System (ATS) harness to the ACM.
6. Install the lower ACM cover (2) with the six mounting bolts (1). See graphic below. Torque the bolts to 10
N·m (7 lb·ft).
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CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid injury from electrical shock, use care when connecting battery cables. The magnetic switch
studs are at battery voltage.
7. Connect the batteries. Refer to OEM procedures.
8. If removed, install the passenger side fairing. Refer to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures.
9. Turn the ignition to the "ON" position. Observe DiagnosticLink® for any diagnostic code(s). If any code(s)
are logged, refer to the proper code diagnostics.
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1. Mounting Bolts
2. 120-Pin Connector
3. 21-Pin Connector
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid injury from electrical shock, use care when connecting battery cables. The magnetic switch
studs are at battery voltage.
1. Disconnect the batteries. Refer to OEM procedures
2. If necessary, remove the driver's side fairing.
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3. Remove the two bolts securing the ACM cover and remove cover.
4. Release latch on harness connector to remove the 21-pin (3) and the 120-pin (2) connectors from the ACM.
5. Remove the four mounting bolts (1) securing the ACM; remove ACM along with the isolators.
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4. Install the ACM cover with the two bolts. Torque the bolts to 18 N·m (13 lb·ft).
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid injury from electrical shock, use care when connecting battery cables. The magnetic switch
studs are at battery voltage.
5. Connect the batteries. Refer to OEM procedures
6. If removed, install the driver side fairing. Refer to OEM procedures.
7. Turn the ignition to the "ON" position. Observe the DiagnosticLink® for any diagnostic code(s). If any
code(s) are logged, refer to the proper code diagnostics.
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