• | 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. |
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Control | P0616 | P0615 | P0617 | -- |
Ground | -- | P0615 | -- | -- |
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 volts 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.
• | The Ignition is in the START position. |
• | The system voltage is between 9.5-18 volts. |
The ECM detects improper voltage on the control circuit of the starter relay.
DTC P0617 is a C type DTC.
DTC P0617 is a C type DTC.
• | Engine Controls Schematics for the 2.0L engine |
• | Engine Controls Schematics for the 2.2L and 2.4L engine |
Charging System Description and Operation
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Control Module References for scan tool information
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.
⇒ | 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. |
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
• | Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming |