The engine control module (ECM) identifies engine misfire by detecting variations in crankshaft speed. Crankshaft speed variations can also occur when a vehicle is operating over a rough road. The ECM receives a rough road signal by a gravity sensing rough road sensor or an electronic brake control module (EBCM), if equipped with the antilock brake system (ABS). The ABS can detect if the vehicle is on the rough surface based on wheel acceleration/deceleration data supplied by each wheel speed sensor. This information is sent to the ECM by the EBCM through a serial data line. The rough road sensor is a vertical low G-acceleration sensor. By sensing vertical acceleration caused by rough road conditions, the ECM determines if the changes in crankshaft speed are due to engine misfire or are driveline induced. The rough road sensor consist of the following circuits:

The ECM does not detect a rough road signal for more than 9 seconds.

DTC P0317 is a Type C DTC.

DTC P0317 is a Type C DTC.

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. Engine running, observe the DTC information with a scan tool. DTC P0317 should not set.
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. If the vehicle is equipped with ABS, test the circuit between the EBCM and the ECM for an open/high resistance.

⇒	If the circuit tests normal, refer to Symptoms - Antilock Brake System .

2. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the rough road sensor.
3. Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the low reference circuit and ground.

•	Notchback low reference circuit terminal C

•	Hatchback low reference circuit terminal A

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

Important: The 5-volt reference circuits are internally and externally connected at the ECM. Other component DTCs may be set. If other DTCs are set, review the electrical schematic and diagnose the applicable circuits and components.

4. Ignition On, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit and ground.

•	Notchback 5-volt reference circuit terminal A

•	Hatchback 5-volt reference circuit terminal C

⇒	If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

5. Verify the scan tool rough road sensor parameter is less than 0.1 volt.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

6. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal B and the 5-volt reference circuit. Verify the scan tool rough road sensor parameter is greater than 4.8 volts.

•	Notchback 5-volt reference circuit terminal A

•	Hatchback 5-volt reference circuit terminal C

⇒	If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

7. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the rough road sensor.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.