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 P0616: Starter Relay Control Circuit Low VoltageDiagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Control | P0616 | P0615 | P0617 | -- |
Ground | -- | P0615 | -- | -- |
Circuit/System Description
When the ignition switch is placed in the START position, a discrete signal is supplied to the body control module (BCM) notifying it that the ignition is in the START position. The BCM then sends a message to the engine control module (ECM) that crank has been requested. The ECM then verifies that the clutch pedal is depressed or the transmission is in Park/Neutral. If it is, the ECM then supplies 12 volts to the control circuit of the crank relay. When this occurs, battery voltage is supplied through the switch of the crank relay to the starter solenoid.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The Ignition is in the START position. |
| • | The system voltage is between 9.5-18 volts. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects improper voltage on the control circuit of the crank relay.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P0616 is a C type DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTC P0616 is a C type DTC.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Starting and Charging Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Description and Operation
Starting System Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
Ignition ON, verify that no clutch pedal position sensor, theft deterrent or automatic transmission DTCs are that would cause the ECM not to enable engine starting.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the crank relay.
- Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5.0 ohms between the relay ground circuit terminal 85 and ground.
- Ignition OFF, connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 86 and the ground circuit terminal 85.
- Place the ignition to the start position. The test lamp should only illuminate when the ignition is held in the start position.
- If all circuits tests normal, replace the crank relay.
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the relay ground circuit for an open/high resistance. |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp is always On, test the control circuit for short to voltage. If the circuits test normal replace the ECM. |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuits test 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 |
