The engine controls (EC) ignition relay or main relay, is controlled by the engine control module (ECM) depending upon input from the ignition switch. Battery positive voltage is supplied to the relay coil and switch. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the ECM will provide ground on the control circuit of the relay using a low side driver. This will allow voltage through the relay switch contacts to the components. The ECM monitors the voltage level on the control circuit of the relay.

DTC P1610

The ECM detects a short to voltage on the control circuit of the relay.

DTC P1611

The ECM detects an open or short to ground on the control circuit of the relay.

DTC P1610 and P1611 are Type C DTCs.

DTC P1610 and P1611 are Type C DTCs.

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Electrical Information Reference

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

1. Ignition ON, command the EC ignition relay ON with a scan tool. You should hear an audible click for 3-5 seconds.
2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the EC ignition relay.
2. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the relay coil B+ circuit terminal 85 and ground.

⇒	If the test lamp does not illuminate, repair the relay coil B+ voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. Replace the fuse as necessary

3. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between relay switch B+ circuit terminal 30 and ground.

⇒	If the test lamp does not illuminate, repair the relay switch B+ voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. Replace the fuse as necessary

4. Ignition OFF, connect a test lamp between the relay coil control circuit terminal 86 and the relay coil B+ circuit terminal 85.
5. Ignition ON, command the EC ignition relay ON with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF for 3-5 seconds.

⇒	If the test lamp is always ON, test the relay coil control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

⇒	If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

6. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the relay switch supply circuit terminal 87 and the relay switch B+ circuit terminal 30.
7. Attempt to start the engine. The engine should start.

⇒	If the engine does not start, test the relay switch supply circuit between the relay and the ECM for a short to ground or for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

8. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the EC ignition relay.

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the EC ignition relay.
2. Test for 70-110 ohms of resistance between terminals 85 and 86.

⇒	If not within the specified range, replace the relay.

3. Test for infinite resistance between the following terminals:

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30 and 86

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30 and 87

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30 and 85

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85 and 87

⇒	If not the specified value, replace the relay.

4. Install a 20A fused jumper wire between relay terminal 85 and 12 volts. Install a jumper wire between relay terminal 86 and ground. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between relay terminal 30 and 87.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, replace the relay.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.