SFI SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P0617

DTC Code DTC Name
P0617 Starter Relay Circuit High

DESCRIPTION

While the engine is being cranked, the positive battery voltage is applied to terminal STA of the ECM.

If the ECM detects the Starter Control (STA) signal while the vehicle is being driven, it determines that there is a malfunction in the STA circuit. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and stores the DTC.

This monitor runs when the vehicle is driven at 20 km/h (12.4 mph) for over 20 seconds.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0617

When conditions (a), (b) and (c) are met, a positive (+B) battery voltage of 10.5 V or higher is applied to the ECM for 20 seconds (1 trip detection logic):


  • (a) The vehicle speed is more than 20 km/h (12.4 mph).

  • (b) The engine speed is more than 1000 rpm.

  • (c) The STA signal is on.

  • Short in starter relay circuit

  • Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch

  • Power management control ECU*1

  • Ignition switch*2

  • ECM

WIRING DIAGRAM

A00547GE02
A0056WRE08

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note

Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.

Tech Tips

Read freeze frame data using the GTS. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH ENTRY AND START SYSTEM


    1. Confirm the entry and start system.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      w/o Entry and Start System A
      w/ Entry and Start System B

    B

    READ VALUE USING GTS (STARTER SIGNAL) Click here

    A

  2. READ VALUE USING GTS (STARTER SIGNAL)


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the GTS on.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Starter Signal.

    4. Read the value displayed on the GTS when the ignition switch is turned to ON and engine cranking.

      OK
      Ignition Switch Condition Starter Signal
      ON OFF
      Engine cranking ON

    OK

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

    NG

  3. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH - ST RELAY)


    1. Disconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.

    2. Remove the ST relay from the No . 1 relay block.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      B14-9 - ST Relay terminal 2 Always 10 kΩ or higher

    4. Reconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.

    5. Reinstall the ST relay.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH - ST RELAY)

    OK

  4. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ECM - ST RELAY)


    1. Remove the ST relay from the No . 1 relay block.

    2. Disconnect the ECM connector.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      ST Relay terminal 2 or A67-29 (STA) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    4. Reinstall the ST relay.

    5. Reconnect the ECM connector.


    OK

    REPLACE ECM Click here

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (ECM - ST RELAY)

  5. READ VALUE USING GTS (STARTER SIGNAL)


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the GTS on.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Starter Signal.

    4. Read the value displayed on the GTS when the ignition switch is turned to ON and when the engine is cranking.

      OK
      Switch Condition Starter Signal
      Ignition switch ON OFF
      Engine cranking ON

    OK

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

    NG

  6. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH - ST RELAY)


    1. Disconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.

    2. Remove the ST relay from the No . 1 relay block.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      ST Relay terminal 2 or B14-9 - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    4. Reconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.

    5. Reinstall the ST relay.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH - ST RELAY)

    OK

  7. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH - ECM)


    1. Disconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.

    2. Disconnect the ECM connector.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      B14-9 or A67-29 (STA) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    4. Reconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.

    5. Reconnect the ECM connector.


    OK

    REPLACE ECM Click here

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH - ECM)