Cummins ISX code 3734 — Crankcase Breather Heater low voltage DTC

The Cummins ISX code 3734 manual is a 12-page PDF that documents fault code 3734, the crankcase breather filter heater circuit fault set for voltage below normal or shorted to low source. It explains that the crankcase breather heater keeps the breather filter housing from freezing, that the ECM supplies 12 VDC when heating is commanded, and that this code is set when the heater signal circuit is shorted to ground. The procedure is credited to TruckFaultCodes.com and covers the circuit description, component location and full troubleshooting steps.

Official document details

Brand Cummins
Model coverage Cummins ISX11.9 CM2250 and ISX12 CM2250 (2010-12) engines
System / group ISX11.9 CM2250 (2010-12) / DTCs
Fault code 3734 (PID P102, SPN 862, FMI 4)
Warning lamp Amber
Pages 12
File size 0.2 MB
Format PDF
Language English

Document table of contents

  • Fault code 3734 description
  • Circuit description and ECM operation
  • Component location
  • Shop talk and possible causes
  • Step-by-step troubleshooting flow

Applicable truck models

This diagnostic applies to Cummins ISX11.9 CM2250 and ISX12 CM2250 (2010-12) engines. The crankcase breather heater is mounted to the crankcase breather filter housing. The reported cause is low signal voltage at the heater circuit; while active the crankcase breather heater is disabled. For engine data and authorised service, visit the Cummins official website.

Who needs this Cummins ISX code 3734 manual

Heavy-duty diesel technicians, fleet workshops and owner-operators reach for this manual when fault code 3734 is logged and the amber warning lamp is on. It gives a technician the checks needed to confirm a short to ground in the breather-heater circuit before replacing the heater or harness.

Download the ISX code 3734 PDF

The complete procedure, wiring detail and step tables are available in the DiagTechPro manuals library; a free account is required to download the PDF. Keep it alongside the related ISX11.9 CM2250 fault-code sheets listed below.

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