SPN 3714 FMI 31AftertreatmentInducement Risk
Aftertreatment 1 DEF Dosing Absolute Pressure - Condition Exists
Scan Tool — in guided session
DVOM Testing — in guided session
Connector Pinout — in guided session
DieselVision™ Upload photos — DieselVision™ reads diagrams, connectors, and screens with precision.
Overview
Fault Code
SPN 3714 / FMI 31
Category
Aftertreatment
Derate Risk
Yes
Regen Inhibit
No
Inducement Risk
Yes — SCR inducement possible
Component Location: DEF supply module (pump) and dosing injector located near the DEF tank or along the chassis frame rail, connected by insulated supply and return lines to the SCR module.
Common Symptoms
- Check engine light illuminated
- DEF system malfunction warning
- Engine derate or power reduction
- DEF dosing performance issues
- Inducement warning or countdown timer active
- Poor NOx conversion efficiency
Root Causes
- DEF supply module (pump) failure causing abnormal pressure readings Clogged or restricted DEF filter/strainer reducing supply pressure DEF injector clogged or stuck open/closed affecting system pressure Air ingestion into DEF supply lines causing pressure anomalies DEF quality issue (diluted or contaminated fluid) affecting pump performance DEF tank level critically low causing pump cavitation DEF supply line leak or loose fitting causing pressure loss ACM software fault or calibration mismatch triggering condition exists code DEF pressure sensor failure or drift Frozen DEF lines or injector in cold weather conditions
Full step-by-step tests, DVOM guidance, and pinout data are available inside the AI Diesel Tech diagnostic session.
AI walks you through every test — one step at a time. Plans start at $12.95/mo.
Derate Behavior
Power Derate
Yes
SCR Inducement Risk
If left unresolved, this fault may trigger SCR inducement — a progressive derate enforced by the ECM to ensure emissions compliance.
System Interactions
SPN 3714 FMI 31 interacts with the following systems and may trigger cascading faults if not resolved promptly.
DPF differential pressure monitoring — soot load calculations affected
SCR NOx conversion efficiency — DEF dosing strategy may be altered
Active regen inhibit logic — regen may be blocked or delayed
Engine protection derate — ECM may reduce power to protect components
Common Diagnostic Mistakes
Replacing the sensor without verifying wiring continuity and supply voltage first.
Clearing codes without identifying and resolving the root cause — the fault will return.
Ignoring related active faults — cascading faults often share a root cause.
Skipping the connector inspection — corrosion and damaged pins are a leading cause of sensor faults.
Condemning the ECM before exhausting all wiring and component tests.
Replacing the DPF without verifying the regen system is functional — a failed regen injector will reload the new DPF.
Ignoring DEF quality — contaminated DEF causes SCR efficiency faults that look like hardware failures.
Related Faults in This Category
OEM System Resources
ASE Training Resources
Diagnostic Engine v7.0
Related Diagnostic Articles
Deep-dive diagnostic page: SPN 3714 FMI 31 — Full FSM Sequence & Repair Steps — includes wiring notes, sensor specs, and gated repair procedures.
Authority References
Diagnostic procedures on this page are informed by OEM service literature and industry standards.
EPA Aftertreatment & Emissions GuidelinesU.S. EPA heavy-duty diesel aftertreatment compliance, DPF/SCR regulations, and NOx standards.Cummins QuickServe OnlineOfficial Cummins service manuals, fault code lookup, and TSB database.Detroit Diesel DiagnoCentralDetroit Diesel diagnostic procedures, DDDL documentation, and service literature.PACCAR MX Engine ServicePACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engine service documentation and DAVIE diagnostic guides.Volvo/Mack Tech ToolVolvo and Mack engine fault code reference and PTT/Tech Tool diagnostic procedures.ASE — Diesel Truck Technician CertificationNational Institute for Automotive Service Excellence — T2 Diesel Engines certification standards.
Get weekly diesel diagnostic tips
Real-world fault code walkthroughs, wiring tips, and shop-tested fixes — free.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Get AI-Guided Diagnosis for SPN 3714 FMI 31
The diagnostic engine walks you through every physical test — step by step, on your phone, at the truck. No guessing. No wasted parts.