Cummins X15 CM2450 X124B (2018 & Newer) Fault Code: 3236 PID: SPN: 4363 FMI: 0/15 Aftertreatment 1 SCR Outlet Temperature – Data Valid but Above Normal Operating Range – Least Severe Level

Lamp:
Amber

Reason:
The Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) outlet temperature sensor is not changing with engine operating conditions.

Effect:
Possible reduced engine performance.

Circuit Description:
The aftertreatment exhaust gas temperature sensor module is a smart device that communicates with the engine control module via the J1939 data link. The aftertreatment exhaust gas temperature sensor module performs its own internal diagnostics and reports malfunctions back to the engine control module using the J1939 data link. The aftertreatment exhaust gas temperature sensor module is used to measure the aftertreatment diesel oxidation catalyst intake temperature, aftertreatment diesel particulate filter intake temperature, aftertreatment diesel particulate filter outlet temperature, and aftertreatment SCR outlet temperature. The temperature probes are permanently attached to the aftertreatment exhaust gas temperature sensor module and can not be replaced individually.

Component Location:
The aftertreatment exhaust gas temperature sensor module is located on the aftertreatment catalyst.

Conditions for Running the Diagnostics:
The engine must be turned OFF for period of 8 hours before this diagnostic will run. This diagnostic runs when the keyswitch is turned to the ON position after an 8 hour cold soak.

Conditions for Setting the Fault Codes:
The Engine Control Module (ECM) detected the aftertreatment SCR outlet temperature sensor reading was out of range high.

Action Taken When the Fault Code is Active:
1. The ECM illuminates the amber check engine lamp and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) after the diagnostic fails on two consecutive trips.
2. A default value for the SCR catalyst outlet temperature is used.
3. Diesel exhaust fluid injection into the aftertreatment system is disabled.
4. Engine torque will be reduced if the engine is operated for an extended period of time with this fault active.

Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code:
1. To validate the repair, the engine must be shut down with the keyswitch in the OFF position for 8 hours. After the 8 hour cold soak turn the keyswitch to the ON position for 30 seconds.
2. The fault code status displayed by the diagnostic tool will change to inactive immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.
3. The ECM will turn off the amber check engine lamp immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.
4. For On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) engines, the ECM will extinguish the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) after three consecutive trips where the diagnostic runs and passes.
5. The reset all faults command in the diagnostic tool can be used to clear active and inactive faults, as well as extinguish the MIL for OBD applications.

Shop Talk:
Possible causes of this fault code include:
1. A malfunctioning aftertreatment SCR outlet temperature sensor.
2. Reference the appropriate OEM wiring diagram when troubleshooting circuits that utilize wiring supplied by the OEM.
3. For intermittent power supply and datalink communication issues with Aftertreatment Components, it is highly recommended that the OEM power distribution center fuses and relays be thoroughly checked for loose, missing or intermittent connections.