Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0616: Starter Relay Control Circuit Low VoltageDiagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Control | P0616 | P0615 | P0617 | -- |
Ground | -- | P0615 | -- | -- |
Circuit/System Description
When the ignition switch is placed in the START position, a discrete signal is supplied to the body control module (BCM) notifying it that the ignition is in the START position. The BCM then sends a message to the engine control module (ECM) that crank has been requested. The ECM then verifies that the clutch pedal is depressed or the transmission is in Park/Neutral. If it is, the ECM then supplies 12 V to the control circuit of the starter relay. When this occurs, battery voltage is supplied through the switch of the starter relay to the starter solenoid.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The Ignition is in the START position. |
| • | The system voltage is between 9.5-18 V. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects improper voltage on the control circuit of the starter relay.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P0616 is a C type DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTC P0616 is a C type DTC.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
| • | Engine Controls Schematics for the 2.0L engine |
| • | Engine Controls Schematics for the 2.2L and 2.4L engine |
Connector End View Reference
Description and Operation
Charging System Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
Ignition ON, verify no clutch pedal position sensor, theft deterrent or automatic transmission DTCs are that would cause the ECM not to enable engine starting.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the STRTR relay.
- Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5.0 Ω between the relay ground circuit terminal 85 and ground.
- Ignition OFF, connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 86 and the ground circuit terminal 85.
- With the transmission range selector in park or neutral, cycle the ignition between the OFF and CRANK position. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If all circuits tests normal, replace the starter relay.
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance. |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
| • | Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming |
