NHTSA ID Number: 10190010
Manufacturer Communication Number: GDC21-001
TSB/Document Date: 2021-04-06
Summary
See below for fault code description(s)
DTC:
Bulletin:
P21CA-00 / OTHER
GDC21-001
Date:
Description:
Applies To:
February 9, 2021
See below for fault code description(s)
US13 – US20 Emissions
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General Information
These repair instructions are intended to address the following faults:
DTC
Description
Possible (Observable)
Symptoms
Possible Cause
P21CA-00
Reductant Control Module Supply Voltage
P220A-1C
NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
P220B-1C
P24D0-00
U029D-00
U029E-00
U02A2-00
U02A3-00
P0562-00
NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 2)
Particulate Matter Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit Low
Lost Communication With NOx Sensor "A"
Lost Communication With NOx Sensor "B"
Lost Communication with Reductant Quality Module
Lost Communication With PM Sensor
ECU Battery Potential Below Range
•
•
Issues with the
ACM power
supply or
ground
connections
Battery state of
charge
Presence of P21CA
along with other ACM
power and
communication faults
P220A, P220B, P24D0,
U029D,U029E, U02A2,
U02A3, P0562.
SCR inducement
and/or derate.
•
•
NOTE: This pattern of codes indicates that there are issues with the ACM power supply or ground connections.
Typically, this combination develops over time as a connection deteriorates. Eventually the effective voltage to
the ACM drops below 8V and there is insufficient power to support the smart sensors controlled by the ACM,
NOx, PM and UQS sensors. Communication is lost to these devices. Once smart sensor communication codes
(U029D, U029E, U02A2) are triggered, the truck will go into an SCR derate.
NOTE: Presence of any combinations of P24D0, P21CA, P0562, generally does NOT indicate the ACM is 'bad' or
a PM sensor is 'bad'.
Required Parts
Part Number
Description
Quantity
9998699
Break-Out Box
1
9990014
62-Pin ACM Connector Harness
1
88890074 (or equivalent)
1
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DTC:
P21CA-00 / OTHER
Bulletin:
Date:
GDC21-001
February 9, 2021
Repair Instructions
NOTE: It is possible that a progressive loss of electrical power to the Aftertreatment Control Module
(ACM) will result in the ACM cutting power to the Exhaust Aftertreatment System (EATS) sensors – NOx,
Particulate Matter (PM) and DEF Quality, Level and Temperature sensor. This triggers communication
faults for these sensors and ultimately puts the system into SCR Inducement. The root cause is often
related to loss of power or battery voltage and/or grounding issues. The instruction below describes the
most likely causes and provides steps for troubleshooting.
Initial Checks
This combination of faults is frequently caused by a loose or faulty connection on battery power or
ground (but not fully disconnected - if fully disconnected, DTCs U116F and U010E would also be
present).
• Check that ALL the ACM power and ground connections are securely tightened.
− Ensure battery nuts are tightened to 15 lb-ft (20 Nm).
− Ensure multiple ring terminals on a common stud are fanned out and lying flat against each
other.
− Ensure ring terminals and other contact points are clean and free from any terminal protectant
coating or wax.
• If there is no evidence of loose battery connections: Continue to the checks below.
Other items to check
1. Check the battery condition as follows:
1.1. Check the complete battery pack
voltage.
1.1.1. Start the truck.
1.1.2. Run the engine at fast idle (1000 RPM) for 1 minute.
1.1.3. Turn the truck off, then return the key to the ON position.
1.1.4. Check voltage with all of the batteries still connected to one another.
o All battery positive terminals are connected together by busbars or cables, and all
battery negative terminals are connected together.
1.1.5. Make a note of the voltage and evaluate results:
o For a fully charged system, in good condition, the voltage should be 12.4 - 12.6V for
standard flooded lead-acid batteries, or 12.6 - 12.8V for AGM-type batteries.
o Low battery voltage is indicative of an inadequate charging system
Potential causes include corroded cables, dirty connections and/or weak or defective
batteries.
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DTC:
Bulletin:
P21CA-00 / OTHER
Date:
GDC21-001
February 9, 2021
1.2. Check individual battery condition.
1.2.1. Disconnect the busbars and cables.
1.2.2. Inspect and clean all interconnecting terminals. Ensure there is no corrosion.
1.2.3. Check each battery voltage and perform a load test on each battery individually.
1.2.4. Evaluate results:
• If one battery's voltage is significantly lower than the others, or lower than the
measurement from Step 1.1.5, OR fails a load test: The battery may be bad or there
may be a connection issue such as excessive corrosion on the busbar or terminal,
inhibiting proper charging.
1.2.5. Replace or clean any corroded part as needed.
1.2.6. Reconnect the busbars and/or cables.
1.3. Check the battery pack
voltage while charging system is active.
1.3.1. Start the truck.
1.3.2. Run the engine at fast idle (1000 RPM) for 1 minute.
1.3.3. With the engine still running, recheck battery voltage:
• Voltage should rise to 13.5-14.5V rapidly.
• If the voltage is less than 13V: Run then engine for an additional minute and
recheck, as the batteries may have been deeply discharged.
1.3.4. Evaluate results:
• If the voltage remains less than 13V: There is an issue with the alternator or the
alternator belt.
• If the alternator belt is in good condition, there is an issue with the alternator.
If there are no issues found from the checks above or the code(s) continue to log after the steps
above are followed, normal diagnostic steps should be followed in Premium Tech Tool.
Additional Resources
These repairs are the most likely fix for the identified fault. If this does not fix the issue, Tech Tool will need to be
used for more detailed diagnostics. If filing a warranty claim, please include the ASIST case number.
Labor Code
1700-16-03-01
Times may vary depending on causal part
Causal Part
N/A
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DTC:
Boletín:
P21CA-00 / OTRAS
Fecha:
Descripción:
Se aplica a:
GDC21-001
09 de febrero de 2021
Consulte a continuación la(s) descripción(es) del
código de error(es)
Emisiones de US13 – US20
Para inglés, haga clic aquí: ENGLISH
Información general
Estas instrucciones de reparación están destinadas a abordar las siguientes fallas:
DTC
P21CA-00
P220A-1C
P220B-1C
P24D0-00
U029D-00
U029E-00
U02A2-00
U02A3-00
P0562-00
Descripción
Posibles síntomas
(observados)
Causa posible
Voltaje de alimentación del módulo de control
reductante
Circuito de tensión de alimentación del sensor NOx
(Banco 1 Sensor 1)
Circuito de tensión de alimentación del sensor NOx
(Banco 1 Sensor 2)
Circuito de tensión de alimentación del sensor de
materia particulada bajo
Comunicación perdida con sensor NOx "A"
Comunicación perdida con sensor NOx "B"
Comunicación perdida con el módulo de calidad
reductante
Comunicación perdida con sensor PM
Potencial de batería de ECU por debajo del alcance
•
•
Problemas con
la fuente de
alimentación
ACM o las
conexiones a
tierra
Estado de
carga de la
batería
Presencia de P21CA
junto con otros fallos de
alimentación y
comunicación ACM
P220A, P220B, P24D0,
U029D, U029E, U02A2,
U02A3, P0562.
Inducción SCR y/o
potencia reducida.
•
•
NOTA: Este patrón de códigos indica que hay problemas con la fuente de alimentación ACM o las conexiones a
tierra. Normalmente, esta combinación se desarrolla con el tiempo a medida que se deteriora una
conexión. Eventualmente, el voltaje efectivo al ACM cae por debajo de 8V y no hay suficiente potencia para
soportar los sensores inteligentes controlados por los sensores ACM, NOx, PM y UQS. La comunicación se
pierde con estos dispositivos. Una vez que se activan los códigos de comunicación del sensor inteligente
(U029D, U029E, U02A2), el camión entrará en una reducción de potencia por causa del SCR (sistema de
reducción
catalítica selectiva).
NOTA: La presencia de cualquier combinación de P24D0, P21CA, P0562, generalmente NO indica que el ACM
es 'malo' o un sensor PM es 'malo'.
Piezas necesarias
Número de pieza
Descripción
Cantidad
9998699
Caja de conexiones (Break-Out Box)
1
9990014
Arnés de conector ACM de 62 clavijas
1
88890074 (o
equivalente)
Multímetro
1
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DTC:
P21CA-00 / OTRAS
Boletín:
Fecha:
GDC21-001
09 de febrero de 2021
Instrucciones de reparación
Nota: Es posible que una pérdida progresiva de energía eléctrica en el módulo de control de
postratamiento (ACM) dé lugar a la potencia de corte ACM a los sensores del sistema de postratamiento
de escape (EATS): NOx, materia de partículas (PM) y sensor de calidad, nivel y temperatura DEF. Esto
desencadena fallas de comunicación para estos sensores y, en última instancia, pone el sistema en
inducción SCR. La causa de raíz suele a estár relacionada con la pérdida de energía o voltaje de la
batería y / o problemas de puesta a tierra. La siguiente instrucción describe las causas más probables y
proporciona pasos para solucionar los problemas.
Comprobaciones iniciales
Esta combinación de fallas es causada con frecuencia por una conexión suelta o defectuosa en la
batería o a tierra (pero no está completamente desconectada - si está completamente desconectada,
los fallos U116F y U010E también estarían presentes).
• Compruebe que TODAS las conexiones de alimentación y tierra de ACM estén bien apretadas.
− Asegúrese de que las tuercas de la batería estén apretadas a 15 lb-pie (20 Nm).
− Asegúrese de que varios terminales de anillo en una varilla común estén acostados uno contra
el otro.
− Asegúrese de que los terminales de anillo y otros puntos de contacto estén limpios y libres de
cualquier recubrimiento o cera protector de terminales.
• Si no hay evidencia de conexiones de batería sueltas: Continúe con las comprobaciones a
continuación.
Otros artículos a comprobar
1. Compruebe el estado de la batería de la siguiente manera:
1.1. Compruebe el voltaje completo de la batería.
1.1.1. Arranque el camión.
1.1.2. Poner el motor en marcha moderando a (1000 RPM ) durante 1 minuto.
1.1.3. Apague el camión y, a continuación, devuelva la llave a la posición ON.
1.1.4. Compruebe el voltaje con todas las baterías todavía conectadas entre sí.
• Todos los terminales positivos de la batería están conectados entre sí por barra
colectora o cables, y todos los terminales negativos de la batería están conectados
entre sí.
1.1.5. Tome nota de la tensión y evalúe los resultados:
• Para un sistema completamente cargado, en buen estado, la tensión debe ser de
12,4 a 12,6 V para las baterías de plomo-ácido inundadas estándar, o de 12,6 a 12,8
V para las baterías de tipo AGM.
• El bajo voltaje de la batería es indicativo de un sistema de carga inadecuado
− Las causas potenciales incluyen cables corroídos, conexiones sucias y/o baterías
débiles o defectuosas.
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DTC:
Boletín:
P21CA-00 / OTRAS
Fecha:
GDC21-001
09 de febrero de 2021
1.2. Compruebe el estado individual de la batería.
1.2.1. Desconecte la barra colectiva y los cables.
1.2.2. Inspeccione y limpie todos los terminales interconectados. Asegúrese de que no haya
corrosión.
1.2.3. Compruebe el voltaje de cada batería y realice una prueba de carga en cada batería
individualmente.
1.2.4. Evaluar los resultados:
• Si el voltaje de una batería es significativamente menor que las otras, o menor
que la medición del paso 1.1.5, O falla una prueba de carga: La batería puede ser
mala o puede haber un problema de conexión como corrosión excesiva en la barra
colectiva o terminal, inhibiendo la carga adecuada.
1.2.5. Reemplace o limpie cualquier pieza corroída según sea necesario.
1.2.6. Vuelva a conectar la barra colectiva y/o los cables.
1.3. Compruebe el voltaje de la batería mientras el sistema de carga está activo.
1.3.1. Arranque el camión.
1.3.2. Poner el motor en marcha moderando a (1000 RPM ) durante 1 minuto.
1.3.3. Con el motor aun en marcha, vuelva a comprobar el voltaje de la batería:
• El voltaje debe subir a 13.5-14.5V rápidamente.
• Si el voltaje es inferior a 13V: Ejecute el motor durante un minuto adicional y vuelva
a comprobarlo, ya que las baterías pueden haber sido profundamente descargadas.
1.3.4. Evaluar los resultados:
• Si la tensión sigue siendo inferior a 13V: Hay un problema con el alternador o la
banda del alternador.
• Si la banda del alternador está en buenas condiciones, hay un problema con el
alternador.
Si no se encuentran problemas en las comprobaciones anteriores o los códigos continúan
registrando después de que se sigan los pasos anteriores, se deben seguir los pasos de
diagnóstico normales en Premium Tech Tool.
Recursos adicionales
Es muy probable que estas reparaciones solucionen la falla identificada; si esto no soluciona el problema, se
requerirá el uso de Tech Tool para diagnósticos más detallados. Si presenta una reclamación de garantía,
incluya el número de caso ASIST.
Código de trabajo
1700-16-03-01
Tiempo puede variar según la pieza adecuada
Pieza causal
N/A
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