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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

The control modules on this vehicle monitor the battery voltage through the battery positive voltage circuits. This vehicle has multiple modules that will set this DTC. For more information on which modules , refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC B1327 Device Power Circuit Low

Conditions for Running the DTC

The DTC will only run if the affected module has power, ground, and the ignition is not in the START mode.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • This DTC shall be set as current when the voltage falls below 9.0 volts for 1,200 milliseconds.
    • When the vehicle exits START the module shall delay checking the voltage for 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

A message shall be sent out to notify all other modules of low battery voltage.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

In order to clear the DTC from a current status the voltage shall be greater than 9.54 volts for 1,200 milliseconds.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the Battery Voltage parameter in the data list of the module setting the DTC.

Does the scan tool indicate the battery voltage is greater than the specified value?

9.5 V

Go to Step 3

Go to Battery Inspection/Test

3

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the affected module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Replace the affected module. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTC.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK