Caterpillar Fault Code

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SPN 3547 FMI 3

High Idle / MIL On

System

Aftertreatment

Symptom

High Idle / MIL On

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Water-in-Fuel Indicator voltage above normal. ACTION: Drain the primary fuel filter water bowl and inspect the sensor probe for corrosion.

Red Seal field insights

Specs: Signal > 4.8Vdc. PRO-TIP: Often triggered by a cracked sensor housing allowing moisture into the plug during pressure washing.

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