ECD SYSTEM(w/o DPF), Diagnostic DTC:P0617

DTC Code	DTC Name
P0617	Starter Relay Circuit High

DESCRIPTION

While the engine is being cranked, 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 has been driven at 20 km/h (12.5 mph) or more for more than 20 seconds.

P0617
DTC Detection Drive Pattern	DTC Detection Condition	Trouble Area
Drive the vehicle for 25 seconds or more at a speed of 20 km/h (12.5 mph) or more and an engine speed of 1000 rpm or more	Conditions (a), (b) and (c) are met for 20 seconds (1 trip detection logic): (a) Vehicle speed is more than 20 km/h (12.5 mph). (b) Engine speed is more than 1000 rpm. (c) STA signal is on.	Starter relay (ST) circuit Park/neutral position switch assembly ECM

Related Data List
DTC No.	Data List
P0617	Starter Signal

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note

Inspect the fuses of circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
After replacing the ECM, the new ECM needs registration (See page ) and initialization Click here.
After replacing the fuel supply pump assembly, the ECM needs initialization Click here.
After replacing an injector assembly, the ECM needs registration Click here.

Tech Tips

The following troubleshooting process is based on the premise that the engine can crank normally. If the engine does not crank, proceed to Problem Symptoms Table Click here.
If this DTC is output, inspect the starter.
Read freeze frame data using the GTS. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. 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

READ VALUE USING GTS (STARTER SIGNAL)

Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Starter Signal.

Read the value displayed on the GTS when the vehicle is driven at 20 km/h (12.4 mph) or more with engine speed at 1000 rpm or more.

Result

Result				Proceed to
Driving at 20 km/h (12.4 mph) or more with engine speed at 1000 rpm or more	OFF			A
	ON	w/ Smart Entry and Start System	for automatic transmission	B
		w/ Smart Entry and Start System	for manual transmission	C
		w/o Smart Entry and Start System	for automatic transmission	D
		w/o Smart Entry and Start System	for manual transmission	E

CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH Click here

INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Inspect the park/neutral position switch assembly Click here.
NG
REPLACE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

OK
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT)
1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (park/neutral position switch assembly - ST NO. 1 relay - ECM - certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)).
NEXT
CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (P0617) Click here
INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH
1. Inspect the clutch start switch Click here.
NG
REPLACE CLUTCH START SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

OK
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT)
1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (STA signal circuit).
NEXT

CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (P0617)

Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the GTS on.
Clear the DTCs.
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
Drive the vehicle for 25 seconds or more at a speed of 20 km/h (12.4 mph) or more and an engine speed of 1000 rpm or more.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.

Read the DTCs.

Result:
Result	Proceed to
DTC P0617 is output	A
DTCs are not output	B

END

CHECK SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM (START FUNCTION)
1. Check the smart entry and start system (for start function) Click here.
OK
REPLACE ECM Click here

NG
REPAIR SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM
INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Inspect the park/neutral position switch assembly Click here.
NG
REPLACE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

OK
INSPECT IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Inspect the ignition switch assembly Click here.
NG
REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

OK
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT)
1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (STA signal circuit).
NEXT
CONFIRM WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS Click here
INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Inspect the clutch start switch Click here.
NG
REPAIR CLUTCH START SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

OK
INSPECT IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Inspect the ignition switch assembly Click here.
NG
REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

OK
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (STA signal circuit).
NEXT
CONFIRM WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS Click here
REPAIR CLUTCH START SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Replace the clutch start switch Click here.
NEXT
CONFIRM WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS Click here
REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Replace the ignition switch assembly Click here.
NEXT
CONFIRM WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS
1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
2. Clear the DTCs Click here.
3. Turn the ignition switch off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
5. Drive the vehicle for 25 seconds or more at a speed of 20 km/h (12.5 mph) or more and an engine speed of 1000 rpm or more.
6. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
7. Confirm that the DTC is not output again.
NEXT
END