DTC P1374 Crankshaft Position (CKP) High to Low Resolution Frequency Correlation. Buick Regal 1996

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1996 🢒 Regal 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.8L 🢒 DTC P1374 Crankshaft Position (CKP) High to Low Resolution Frequency Correlation

Refer to

Ignition Control Module

Engine Controls Components
Electronic Ignition (EI) System
Engine Grounds, Serial Data, MIL Control
Fuel Injectors Control
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
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The 3X reference signal is produced by the ignition control module. The ICM calculates the 3X reference signal by dividing the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor 18X pulses by 3 when the engine is running and CKP sync pulses are also being received. The PCM uses the 3X reference signal to calculate engine RPM and crankshaft position at engine speeds above 1,200 RPM. The PCM also uses the pulses on this circuit to initiate injector pulses. The PCM constantly monitors the number of pulses on the 3X reference circuit and compares the number of 3X reference pulses to the number of 18 X reference pulses and CAM signal pulses being received. If the PCM receives an incorrect number of pulses on the 3X reference circuit, DTC -P1374 will set and the PCM will use the 18X reference signal circuit for fuel and ignition control. The engine will continue to start and run using the 18X reference and camshaft position PCM input signals only.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	The engine is running (18X reference pulses are being received).

•	The ratio of 18X reference pulses to 3X reference pulses received by the PCM does not equal 6:1.

•	The ratio of 18X reference pulses to camshaft position PCM input pulses received by the PCM equals 36:1.

•	Above conditions for 30 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The PCM will illuminate the MIL during the second consecutive trip in which the DTC test has run and failed.

•	The PCM will use the 18X reference signal circuit for fuel and ignition control.

•	If equipped with traction control, the PCM will command the EBTCM via serial data (CKT 800) to turn OFF traction control, and the EBTCM will illuminate the TRACTION OFF lamp.

•	The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Freeze Frame and Fail Records data.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	The PCM will turn OFF the MIL during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic has been run and passed.

•	The History DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.

•	The DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation or a wire broken inside the insulation. Check for:

•	Poor connection. Inspect the PCM harness and connectors for improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and poor terminal to wire connection,.

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Damaged harness. Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness appears to be OK, disconnect the PCM, turn the ignition ON and observe a voltmeter connected to the 3X reference circuit at the PCM harness connector while moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the ICM. A change in voltage will indicate the location of the fault.

Reviewing the Fail Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition.

Test Description

Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table.

This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is being replaced, the new PCM must be programmed.

DTC P1374 - 3X Reference Circuit

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?

Go to Step 2

Go to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Attempt to start the engine.

Does the engine start and continue to run?

Go to Step 3

Go to Engine Cranks but Does Not Run

Review and record scan tool Fail Records data.
Operate the vehicle within Fail Records conditions as noted.
Monitor Specific DTC info for DTC P1374 on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate DTC P1374 failed this ign?

Go to Step 4

Refer to Diagnostic Aids

Turn OFF the ignition switch.
Disconnect the ignition control module harness connector.
Install a J 34730-2A Injector Test Light at any injector harness connector.
Turn ON the ignition switch.
Connect a test light to B+.
Repeatedly touch the test light to the 3X reference circuit at the ignition control module harness connector while observing the injector test light.

Does the injector test light blink?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

Turn OFF the ignition switch.
Disconnect the PCM.
Turn ON the ignition switch.
Check for the following conditions:

•	3X reference circuit open.

•	3X reference circuit shorted to ground.

•	3X reference circuit shorted to voltage.

If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Repair Procedures in Electrical Diagnosis.

Was a problem found?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 6

•	Check the 3X reference circuit for a poor terminal connection at the PCM.

•	If a problem is found, replace faulty terminal. Refer to Repair Procedures in Electrical Diagnosis.

Was a problem found?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 7

Check for the following conditions:

•	Incorrect harness routing near secondary ignition components.

•	Ignition coil arcing to the wiring harness or to the ignition control module (check the ignition coils for cracks, carbon tracking, or other signs of damage).

•	Secondary ignition wire(s) arcing to the wiring harness.

If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 10

Check for faulty terminal connections at the Ignition Control Module (ICM).
If a problem is found, replace faulty terminals as necessary. Refer to Repair Procedures in Electrical Diagnosis.

Was a problem found?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 9

Replace the ignition control module. Refer to Ignition Control Module Replacement .

Is action complete?

Go to Step 11

Replace the PCM.

Important:: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Go to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming .

Is action complete?

Go to Step 11