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Diagnostic Aids

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If the engine starts, the ignition relay control circuit is shorted to power intermittently.

DTC P0612

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Engine Controls Schematics 
Connector End View Reference:  Engine Control Module (ECM) Connector End Views  or  Engine Controls Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls
2 Attempt to start the engine.
Does the engine start?
- Go to Diagnostic Aids Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Remove the ignition 1 relay using J 43244  Relay Puller Pliers.
  3. Disconnect the ECM connector containing the ignition 1 relay control circuit. Refer to Engine Control Module (ECM) Replacement .
  4. Turn ON the ignition.
  5. Probe the ignition 1 relay control circuit with a test lamp connected to a good ground. Refer to Troubleshooting with a Test Lamp in Wiring Systems.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
- Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Using a DMM, measure the resistance of the coil circuit of the ignition 1 relay.
Does the resistance measure within the specified range?
60-80 ohm Go to Step 7  Go to Step 6 
5 Repair the short to battery or ignition voltage on the ignition 1 relay control circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
- Go to Step 8  -
6 Replace the ignition 1 relay.
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 8  -
7 Replace the ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module (ECM) Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 8  -
8
  1. Use a scan tool to clear the DTCs.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC run and pass?
- Go to Step 9  Go to Step 2 
9 With a scan tool, observe the stored information, Capture Info.
Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?
- Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List System OK