Savana 3500 V8-4.8L (2009)
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High ambient temperatures
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Underhood/engine generated heat
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Circuit generated heat due to a poor connection, or high electrical load
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Higher than normal load conditions, towing, etc.
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If the intermittent is related to cold, review the data for the following:
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Low ambient temperatures-In extremely low temperatures, ice may form in a connection or component. Inspect for water intrusion.
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The condition only occurs on a cold start.
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The condition goes away when the vehicle warms up.
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Information from the customer may help to determine if the trouble follows a pattern that is temperature related.
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If temperature is suspected of causing an intermittent fault condition, attempt to duplicate the condition. Refer to Inducing Intermittent Fault
Conditions (See: Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics) in order to duplicate the conditions required.
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electrical Noise
Some electrical components/circuits are sensitive to electromagnetic interference (EMI) or other types of electrical noise. Inspect for the following
conditions:
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A misrouted harness that is too close to high voltage/high current devices such as secondary ignition components, motors, generator etc-These
components may induce electrical noise on a circuit that could interfere with normal circuit operation.
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Electrical system interference caused by a malfunctioning relay, or a control module driven solenoid or switch-These conditions can cause a sharp
electrical surge. Normally, the condition will occur when the malfunctioning component is operating.
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Improper installation of non-factory or aftermarket add on accessories such as lights, 2-way radios, amplifiers, electric motors, remote starters,
alarm systems, cell phones, etc-These accessories may lead to interference while in use, but do not fail when the accessories are not in use. Refer
to Checking Aftermarket Accessories (See: Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics).
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Test for an open diode across the A/C compressor clutch and for other open diodes. Some relays may contain a clamping diode.
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The generator may be allowing AC noise into the electrical system.
Incorrect Control Module
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There are only a few situations where reprogramming a control module is appropriate:
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A new service control module is installed.
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A control module from another vehicle is installed.
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Revised software/calibration files have been released for this vehicle.
Note: DO NOT re-program the control module with the SAME software/calibration files that are already present in the control module. This is
not an effective repair for any type of concern.
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Verify that the control module contains the correct software/calibration. If incorrect programming is found, reprogram the control module with the
most current software/calibration. Refer to Control Module References (See: Testing and Inspection/Programming and Relearning) for
replacement, setup, and programming.
Testing for Short to Ground
Testing for Short to Ground
Caution: Refer to Test Probe Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Test Probe Caution).
The following procedures test for a short to ground in a circuit.
With a DMM
1. Remove the power feed (i.e. fuse, control module) from the suspect circuit.
2. Disconnect the load.
3. Set the rotary dial of the DMM to the Ohms position.
4. Connect one lead of the DMM to one end of the circuit to be tested.
5. Connect the other lead of the DMM to a good ground.
6. If the DMM does NOT display infinite resistance (OL), there is a short to ground in the circuit.
With a Test Lamp
