Circuit Description
The engine control module (ECM) controls spark timing and dwell under all engine running conditions. The ignition control module (ICM) has the ability to charge and discharge the coil packs based on the ECM control. The ECM uses a high control signal of near 5 volts to charge up the coil and a low control signal of near 0 volts to discharge the coil. If the coil is charged and the control signal is low, the coil will fire through its secondary towers. During engine crank, the ECM will pulse the ignition control (IC) timing control circuit high and low to test for faults in the IC timing control circuit.
If the ECM detects an open or a short to voltage in the IC timing control circuit, DTC P2301 sets.
Conditions for Running the DTC
This diagnostic runs continuously with the ignition ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
This DTC will set if an open or a short to voltage occurs on the IC timing control circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Failure Records. |
| • | The driver information center, if equipped, may display a message. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the DTC with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
An open or a short to voltage on the IC timing control circuit will cause a misfire on both cylinders 1 and 4. Monitor the misfire current cylinders 1 and 4 with the scan tool to help locate an intermittent condition. Refer to Intermittent Conditions .
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Controls Connector End Views or Engine Control Module Connector End Views | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Did the DTC fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
3 | Did DTC P0351 also fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 4 |
4 |
Does the voltage vary within the specified range? | 0-5 V | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
5 |
Does the voltage measure less than the specified value? | 3.5 V | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 7 |
6 |
Important: If using a different test lamp, the bulb resistance needs to be 4 ohms or less. Does the test lamp flash? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 12 |
7 | Test the IC timing control circuit for high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 11 |
8 | Test the IC timing control circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 11 |
9 | Test the IC timing control circuit for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Test for a short between the IC timing control circuit and IC timing control B circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 11 |
11 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the engine control module (ECM) . Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 13 |
12 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the ICM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 14 |
13 | Replace the ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 15 | -- |
14 | Replace the ICM. Refer to Ignition Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 15 | -- |
15 |
Did the DTC fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 16 |
16 | Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | System OK | |
