ACCELERATOR POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT

CUMMINS

FAULT CODE: 131

PID: P091
SPN: 091
FMI: 3 OR 4

Accelerator Position Sensor Circuit

DESCRIPTION
The accelerator position sensor is attached to the accelerator
pedal. The accelerator position sensor sends a signal to the
electronic control module (ECM) when the driver pushes on the
accelerator pedal. The accelerator position circuit contains three
wires: a +5-VDC supply wire (pin 29), a return ground (pin 19), and
a signal wire (pin 30).
NOTE: The connector pin letters shown for the accelerator pedal
wiring in these troubleshooting steps are examples of
representative sensors. The connector pin assignments can vary
with equipment manufacturer, but the base troubleshooting logic
will still apply.
If all wiring and sensor checks look in good order then replace the
accelerator position sensor and the idle validation switch circuit
wires between the accelerator pedal and the ECM with new wires.
Run the wires through, or around, the bulkhead without using the
bulkhead connector. Test the truck with the test wires in place. If
the fault goes away, replace the OEM harness. Seal the openings in
the bulkhead around the connector and wires to prevent toxic and
noxious fumes from entering the operator area.
NOTE: The three wires in the accelerator position sensor circuit
must be twisted together. The same applies for the three wires in
the idle validation switch circuit.
NOTE: If pin 19 (return) and pins 30 (signal) are reversed, throttle
position will only read 50 percent.

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 COMPONENT LOCATION
The accelerator position sensor is located on the accelerator pedal.

TROUBLESHOOTING STEPS
Step 1A) Turn key switch ON and read the fault codes using the diagnostic tool.
NOTE: If multiple temperature or pressure fault codes exist, this procedure should not be followed.

Fault Codes 352 and 386 inactive?

Yes - Go to 2A No - there’s possible sensor failure, a short circuit to

ground in the sensor +5-VDC common supply, or a
short circuit from pin to pin. Go to Fault Code 352.

Step 2A) Turn key switch OFF and disconnect the engine harness from the oil pressure sensor. Inspect the
oil pressure sensor and the engine harness connector pins for the following:
• Bent or broken pins
• Pushed back or expanded pins
• Corroded pins
• Moisture in or on the connector
• Missing or damaged seals

No damaged pins?

Yes - Go to 2B No - repair or replace the oil pressure sensor or the

engine harness, whichever has damaged pins.
Go to 4A

Step 2B) Turn key switch ON and disconnect the engine harness from the oil pressure sensor. Install oil
pressure sensor breakout cable, Part Number 3824775. Check the oil pressure sensor supply voltage.
Measure the voltage from pin A to pin B on the harness side of the oil pressure sensor connector.
NOTE: Pressure sensor breakout cable kit, Part Number 3824775 of kit 3824773, is available to assist with
this step.

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 (+)4.75 to 5.25 VDC?

Yes - Go to 2C No - Go to 3A

Step 2C) Turn key switch ON; engine not running. Install oil pressure sensor breakout cable, Part Number
3824775. Check the oil pressure sensor signal voltage. Measure the voltage from pin C to pin B of the
breakout cable.

(+)0.40 to 0.60 VDC?

Yes - Go to 3A No - Replace the oil pressure sensor

Go to 4A

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Step 3A) Turn key switch OFF and disconnect the engine harness from the ECM. Inspect the engine
harness and the ECM connector pins for the following:
• Bent or broken pins
• Pushed back or expanded pins
• Corroded pins
• Moisture in or on the connector
• Missing or damaged seals

No damaged pins?

Yes - Go to 3B No - Repair or replace the engine harness or ECM,

whichever has the damaged pins
Go to 4A

Step 3B) Turn key switch OFF and disconnect the engine harness from the oil pressure sensor. Disconnect
the engine harness from the ECM. Check for an open circuit and measure the resistance from pin 33 of the
engine harness connector to pin C on the harness side of the oil pressure sensor connector. Measure the
resistance from pin 10 to pin A and from pin 19 to pin B.

Less than 10 ohms?

Yes - Go to 3C No - Replace the engine harness

Go to 4A

Step 3C) Turn key switch OFF and disconnect the engine harness from the oil pressure sensor. Disconnect
the engine harness from the ECM. Check for a short circuit to ground. Measure the resistance from pin 33 of
the engine harness connector to engine block ground. Measure the resistance from pin 10 of the engine
harness connector to engine block ground. Measure the resistance from pin 19 of the engine harness
connector to engine block ground.

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 More than 100k ohms?

Yes - Go to 3D No - Replace the engine harness

Go to 4A

Step 3D) Turn key switch OFF and disconnect the engine harness from the ECM. Disconnect the engine
harness from the oil pressure sensor. Check for a short circuit from pin to pin. Measure the resistance from
pin 33 of the engine harness connector to all other pins in the engine harness connector.

More than 100k ohms?

Yes - Replace the ECM No - Replace the engine harness

Go to 4A Go to 4A

Step 4A) Connect all components and turn key switch ON. Disable the fault code. Start the engine, and let
idle for 1 minute. Verify that Fault Code 135 is inactive and did not reoccur. Turn key switch ON.

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 Fault Code 135 inactive?

Yes - Go to 4B No - return to the troubleshooting steps, or contact

local Cummins Authorized Repair Location if all the
steps have been completed and checked again
Go to 1A.

Step 4B) Connect all components and turn key switch ON. Clear the inactive fault codes using the
diagnostic tool.

All fault codes cleared?

Yes - Repair is complete No - troubleshoot any remaining active fault codes

with appropriate troubleshooting steps.

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