SFI SYSTEM, 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 (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 sets the DTC.

This monitor runs when the vehicle is driven at more than 20 km/h (12 mph) for over 20 seconds.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0617

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


  • (a) Vehicle speed is 20 km/h (12 mph) or more

  • (b) Engine speed is 1000 rpm or more

  • (c) STA signal is on

  • Cranking holding function circuit

  • Starter signal circuit

  • Park/neutral position switch assembly

  • ECM

WIRING DIAGRAM

A019LQLE08

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Tech Tips

Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. 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, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE


  1. READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (STARTER SIGNAL)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the tester on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / All Data / Starter Signal.

    5. Check the value displayed on the tester when the vehicle is driven at 20 km/h (12 mph) or more.

      Result
      Condition Tester Display Proceed to
      Driving at 20 km/h (12 mph) or more Close (Starter signal off) A
      Open (Starter signal on) B

    NG

    INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY Click here

    OK

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

  2. INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Inspect the park/neutral position switch assembly Click here.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      NG A
      OK B

    B

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT) Click here

    A

  3. REPLACE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. Replace the park/neutral position switch assembly Click here.


    NEXT

  4. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the tester on.

    4. Clear the DTCs Click here.

    5. Idle the engine for 5 seconds or more.

    6. Drive the vehicle at 24 km/h (15 mph) or more for 20 seconds or more.

    7. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / DTC.

    8. Read the DTCs.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC is not output A
      DTC P0617 is output B

    B

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STA SIGNAL CIRCUIT) Click here

    A

    END

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


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


    NEXT

  6. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the tester on.

    4. Clear the DTCs Click here.

    5. Idle the engine for 5 seconds or more.

    6. Drive the vehicle at 24 km/h (15 mph) or more for 20 seconds or more.

    7. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / DTC.

    8. Read the DTCs.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC is not output A
      DTC P0617 is output B

    B

    REPLACE ECM Click here

    A

    END