DTC P0560 System Voltage. Buick Century 1997

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1997 🢒 Century 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.8L 🢒 DTC P0560 System Voltage

Engine Controls Components Component Locations
Power, Ground, MIL, DLC
OBD II Symbol Description Notice

Circuit Description

The PCM monitors system voltage on the PCM ignition feed circuit. If the system voltage is out of tolerance, DTC P0560 will be set. When the conditions that set DTC P0560 are present, operation of some vehicle systems and components may be affected.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	System voltage monitored at the PCM ignition feed circuit is less than 10 volts or greater than 16 volts.

•	Above conditions for longer than 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The PCM will not illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).

•	The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Fail Records data only. This information will not be stored as Freeze Frame data.

•	The PCM will default the transmission default to 3rd gear.

•	The PCM will inhibit TCC operation.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.

•	DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool Clear Info function or by disconnecting the PCM battery feed.

Diagnostic Aids

Check for the following conditions:

Important:: Be sure to inspect PCM engine grounds for being secure and clean.

•	Poor connection at PCM. Inspect harness connectors for the following items:

-	Backed out terminals

-	Improper mating

-	Broken locks

-	Improperly formed or damaged terminals

-	Poor terminal to wire connections

•	Damaged harness. Inspect the wiring harness for damage.

•	If the harness appears to be OK, observe the Ignition 1 voltage display on the scan tool while moving connectors and wiring related to the PCM, dash harness, and engine harness. A change in the display will indicate the location of the malfunction.

Important: Charging with a battery charger while starting the engine can cause DTC P0560 to be set.

If DTC P0560 cannot be duplicated, reviewing the Fail Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition. For complete information and additional diagnostics for the vehicle charging system, refer to Charging System.

Test Description

Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table.

This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is being replaced, the new PCM must be programmed.

DTC P0560 - System Voltage

Step	Action	Value(s)	Yes	No
1	Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic System Check performed?	--	Go to Step 2	Go to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2	Is DTC P1635 also set?	--	Go to DTC P1635 5 Volt Reference Circuit	Go to Step 3
3	Start and run engine above 1000 RPM. Observe Ignition 1 on the scan tool. Is Ignition 1 voltage between the specified values?	10 V-16 V	Go to Step 4	Go to Step 5
4	Review and record the scan tool Fail Records data. Clear the DTC P0560 and operate the vehicle to duplicate the Fail Records conditions. Using a scan tool, monitor Specific DTC info for DTC P0560 until the DTC P0560 test runs. Does the scan tool indicate DTC failed this ign?	--	Go to Step 5	Refer to Diagnostic Aids
5	Install a J 39200 Digital Multimeter between the battery terminals. Monitor the digital multimeter while running the engine above 1000 RPM. Does digital multimeter show battery voltage between the specified values?	10 V-16 V	Go to Step 6	Go to Step 7
6	Load the electrical system by turning ON the headlamps and the HVAC high blower. Monitor the digital multimeter while running the engine above 2000 RPM. Does the digital multimeter show battery voltage between the specified values?	10 V-16 V	Go to Step 8	Go to Step 7
7	Turn OFF the ignition switch. Disconnect the generator electrical connector. Turn the Turn ON the ignition switch. Connect a digital multimeter to measure voltage between the generator control circuit at the generator harness connector and ground. Command the Gen. L Term. ON using the scan tool. Does the digital multimeter display voltage near the specified value with the Gen. L Term. commanded ON?	B+	Go to Step 12	Go to Step 10
8	Compare the Ignition 1 voltage displayed on the scan tool with the actual battery voltage read with the digital multimeter. Does the scan tool Ignition 1 value closely match the actual value read with the digital multimeter?	--	Refer to Diagnostic Aids	Go to Step 9
9	Check the PCM ignition feed circuit for a poor connection between the ignition switch and the PCM. Refer to Fuse Block Details in Electrical Diagnosis. If a problem is found, replace loose terminal(s). Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 13
10	Check the generator control circuit for an open or a short to ground between the PCM and the generator. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Repair Procedures in Electrical Diagnosis. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 11
11	Check the generator control circuit for a poor terminal connection at the PCM. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Repair Procedures in Electrical Diagnosis. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 13
12	Check the generator control circuit for a poor terminal connection at the generator. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Repair Procedures in Electrical Diagnosis. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 14	Refer to Diagnosis in Charging Systems
13	Replace the PCM. Important:: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is action complete?	--	Go to Step 14	--
14	Start and run the engine above 1000 RPM. Observe Ignition 1 on the scan tool. Is Ignition 1 voltage between the specified values?	10 V-16 V	System OK	Go to Step 5