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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)

P0689, P1682, P2176

P0689, P1516, P1682, P2101

P0690

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Ignition 1 Voltage (Ignition Main Relay)

B1370, B1380

P1682, B1370, B1380

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 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 main relay 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 2 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.

Engine may operate in a reduced engine power mode.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P1682 is a Type A DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

This test procedure requires that the vehicle battery has passed a load test and is completely charged. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test .

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

    •  Engine Controls Schematics
    •  Power Distribution Schematics

Connector End View Reference

    •  Engine Control Module Connector End Views
    •  Engine Controls Connector End Views
    •  Power and Grounding Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Engine Control Module Description

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions
    •  Scan Tool Output Controls

Circuit/System Verification

Important: On the scan tool, the powertrain relay is referred to as the EC ignition relay.

  1. If DTCs P0685, P0689, or 0690 are set, diagnose those DTCs first.
  2. Ignition ON, engine OFF, observe both 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 3 volts difference between the 2 parameters.
  3. If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification test, operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data list.

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 main relay 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 C1 connector.
  4. Ignition ON, verify that B+ is available at C1-19.
  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 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.

    •  Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming
    •  Relay Replacement