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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 P1682: Ignition 1 Switch Circuit 2

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Ignition 1 Voltage (Powertrain Relay)

P1682, P2176

P1516, P1682, P2101

P0690

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Ignition 1 Voltage (Ignition Main Relay)

B1370, B1380

B1370, B1380, P1682

P0575, P0650

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Typical Scan Tool Data

EC Ignition Relay Feedback

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON Engine OFF. Powertrain Relay commanded ON

Ignition 1 voltage

0 volts

0 volts

12 volts


Ignition 1 Signal

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Ignition ON Engine OFF. Ignition Main Relay commanded ON

Ignition 1 voltage

0 volts

0 volts

12 volts

Circuit/System Description

There are 2 ignition 1 voltage circuits supplied to the engine control module (ECM). The first ignition 1 voltage circuit is provided by the powertrain relay, which is PWR/TRN relay, through a fuse. This ignition 1 voltage circuit supplies power to all the internal ECM circuits associated with the throttle actuator control (TAC) operation. The ignition 1 provides the second ignition 1 voltage circuit to the ECM, through a fuse. This ignition 1 voltage provides power to other internal ECM circuits, except those associated with TAC operation. The ECM continuously monitors the voltage level difference between the two circuits.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The ignition is in the Unlock/Accessory, Run, or Crank position.
    • The system voltage is more than 5.23 volts.
    • The powertrain relay is commanded ON.
    • DTC P1682 runs continuously when the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ignition 1 voltage of the ignition main relay is more than 2 volts different than the ignition 1 voltage of the powertrain relay for more than 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P1682 is a Type A DTC.

The engine may operate in a reduced engine power mode.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P1682 is a Type A DTC.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Important: You must perform the Circuit/System Verification before proceeding with Circuit/System Testing.

  1. If DTCs P0685, P0690, or B1380 are set, diagnose those DTCs first.
  2. Ignition ON, engine OFF, observe the Ignition 1 voltage signal and the EC Ignition Relay Feedback signal parameters on the scan tool. Both parameter values should display no more than 2 volts difference between the two parameters.
  3. Ignition OFF, observe the ignition 1 voltage signal parameter on the scan tool. The parameter value should be 0 volts, before the ECM powers down.

Circuit/System Testing

Important: You must perform the Circuit/System Verification before proceeding with Circuit/System Testing.

Testing the Ignition 1 Signal Circuit

    Important: A resistance of 5 ohms or greater in the circuit will cause the DTC to set.

  1. Ignition ON, verify that B+ is available to both test points of the inline fuse from the ignition 31 to the ECM.
  2. If B+ is only available on one test point of the fuse, test the ignition 1 voltage circuit from the fuse to the ECM for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    If B+ is not available on either test point of the fuse, replace the underhood fuse block.
  3. Ignition OFF, disconnect the ECM X1 connector.
  4. Ignition ON, verify that B+ is available at X1-19.
  5. If B+ is not available, test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for an open/high resistance condition. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  6. If all circuits test normal, replace the ECM.

Testing the EC Ignition Relay Feedback Circuit

    Important: A resistance of 5 ohms or greater in the circuit will cause the DTC to set.

  1. Ignition OFF, remove the powertrain relay, which is PWR/TRN relay 47, from the underhood fuse block.
  2. Ignition ON, connect a 3A fused jumper wire from B+ to the powertrain ignition 1 voltage circuit terminal. Verify that the EC Ignition Relay Feedback parameter displays B+ on the scan tool.
  3. If the scan tool parameter is less than the specified value, test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for an open/high resistance or short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Relay Replacement
    •  Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement
    •  Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming