Circuit/System Testing
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Crank Relay Circuit Malfunction
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the crank relay.
- Ignition ON, verify a test lamp illuminates between the relay coil B+ circuit terminal M4 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify a test lamp illuminates between the relay switch B+ circuit terminal K4 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Connect a test lamp between the relay coil control circuit terminal K5 and the relay coil B+ circuit terminal M4.
- With the transmission range selector in park or neutral, cycle the ignition key between the OFF and CRANK position. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM.
- Ensure the parking brake is applied and the transmission is in PARK. Momentarily install a 40A fused jumper wire between the B+ circuit terminal K4 and the control output circuit terminal M5. The starter solenoid should engage and the engine should begin cranking.
- If the solenoid does not engage, test the control output circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the starter motor.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the crank relay.