Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.
- The DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool Clear DTC Information function.
DTC P0617
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
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| Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Control Module (ECM) Connector End Views in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7) or Power and Grounding Connector End Views in Wiring Systems |
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| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
| 2 |
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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Test the control circuit of the starter relay for a short to battery. Refer to Circuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect for poor connections at the engine control module (ECM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
andConnector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 |
IMPORTANT:
The replacement ECM must be programmed. Replace the ECM. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 6 | - |
| 6 |
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Go to Step 2 | System OK |