ECD SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P0617

DTC Code DTC Name
P0617 Starter Relay Circuit High

DESCRIPTION

While the engine is being cranked, the ECM detects the starter signal (STA signal) and performs engine control when the engine starts.

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 (12.4 mph) or more for more than 20 seconds.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Memory
P0617 Starter Relay Circuit High

Conditions (a), (b) and (c) are met for 20 seconds (1 trip detection logic):

(a) Vehicle speed is more than 20 km/h (12.4 mph).

(b) Engine speed is more than 1000 rpm.

(c) STA signal is on.

  • ST NO. 1 relay circuit

  • Ignition switch assembly

  • Park/Neutral position switch assembly

  • Clutch start switch

  • ECM

 Comes on DTC stored
Related Data List
DTC No. Data List
P0617 Starter Signal

CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN

DTC No. DTC Detection Drive Pattern
P0617 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

WIRING DIAGRAM

Figure 1. w/ Smart Entry and Start System, w/o Stop and Start System

B003PS9E07

Figure 2. w/o Smart Entry and Start System

B003LAZE12

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 (Click here ) and initialization 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 assembly.

  • 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


  1. 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.


      Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List
      Tester Display
      Starter Signal

    4. 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
      for manual transmission C
      w/o Smart Entry and Start System for automatic transmission D
      for manual transmission E

    A

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

    C

    INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH Click here

    D

    INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

    E

    INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH Click here

    B

  2. INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Inspect the park/neutral position switch assembly.


      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY for AC60E Click here for AC60F Click here

    OK

  3. 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)).

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

  4. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P0617)


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

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

    3. Clear the DTCs.

    4. Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.

    5. 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.

    6. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.

    7. Read the DTCs.


      Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Trouble Codes
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC P0617 is output A
      DTCs are not output B

    B

    END

    A

  5. CHECK SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM (START FUNCTION)


    1. Check the smart entry and start system (for start function).

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE ECM Click here

    NG

    REPAIR SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM

  6. INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH


    1. Inspect the clutch start switch.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE CLUTCH START SWITCH Click here

    OK

  7. REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT)


    1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (STA signal circuit).

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    GO TO STEP 4 Click here

  8. INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Inspect the park/neutral position switch assembly.


      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY for AC60E Click here for AC60F Click here

    OK

  9. INSPECT IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Inspect the ignition switch assembly.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

    OK

  10. REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT)


    1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (STA signal circuit).

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

  11. CONFIRM WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Clear the DTCs.

    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 (12.4 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.


      Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Trouble Codes
      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    END

  12. REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Replace the ignition switch assembly.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    GO TO STEP 11 Click here

  13. INSPECT CLUTCH START SWITCH


    1. Inspect the clutch start switch.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE CLUTCH START SWITCH Click here

    OK

  14. INSPECT IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Inspect the ignition switch assembly.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

    OK

  15. REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT)


    1. Repair or replace the harness or connector (STA signal circuit).

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

  16. CONFIRM WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Clear the DTCs.

    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.


      Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Trouble Codes
      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    END

  17. REPLACE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Replace the ignition switch assembly.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    GO TO STEP 16 Click here

  18. REPLACE CLUTCH START SWITCH


    1. Replace the clutch start switch.

      Click here

      Result
      Proceed to
      NEXT

    NEXT

    GO TO STEP 16 Click here