Section 32.2
SPN 158/FMI 1
The diagnostic condition is typically low system voltage.
Section 32.2.1
Battery Voltage Switched – Low
Check for low voltage as follows:
- Turn the ignition ON (key ON, engine OFF).
- Measure the voltage across the battery terminals. See Figure
"Power Wiring"
.

Figure 1. Power Wiring
- If the voltage is less than 11.0 V, troubleshoot the battery, starting, and charging system for an under voltage condition. Refer to the OEM Vehicle Manual.
- If the voltage is not less than 11.0 V, go to step 3 .
- Measure the voltage between pins 2/2 and 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector (18-pin). See Figure
"Power Wiring"
.
- If the voltage is between 11.0 and 16 V, replace the CPC. Refer to "32.2.1.1 Verify Repairs" .
- If the voltage is 16 V, go to step 4 .
- Start and run the engine. Measure the voltage drop between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and the positive battery terminal.
- If the voltage was less than 11.0 V (ignition on and engine not running) and voltage drop between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and the positive battery terminal is greater than 0.5 V (engine running), replace or repair the supply side wires and connectors between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and battery. Refer to "32.2.1.1 Verify Repairs" .
- If the voltage was not less than 11.0 V (ignition on and engine not running) and the voltage drop was not greater than 0.5 V, go to step 5 .
- With the engine still running, measure the voltage drop between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and the negative battery terminal.
- If the voltage is less than 11.0 V and voltage drop between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and the negative battery terminal is greater than 0.5 V, replace or repair the ground side wires and connectors between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and battery ground. Refer to "32.2.1.1 Verify Repairs" .
- If the voltage is less than 11.0 V and voltage drop between pin 2/3 of the CPC #2 connector and the negative battery terminal is less than 0.5 V, contact the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center (313–592–5800).
Section 32.2.1.1
Verify Repairs
Verify repairs as follows:
- Turn ignition OFF.
- Reconnect any electrical connections that were disconnected to perform the diagnosis.
- Clear codes with DDDL 7.0 or latest version.
- Start and bring engine up to operating temperature (over 140°F/60°C).
- Verify operation is satisfactory and no warning lamps illuminate. If warning lamps illuminate, troubleshoot the codes. If assistance is required, call the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center at 313–592–5800.
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