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P0563




DTC P0563

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Strategy Based Diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Diagnostic Procedure Instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor
DTC P0563
- System Voltage High

Diagnostic Fault Information





Circuit/System Description

The following control modules monitor the system voltage to ensure that the voltage stays within the proper range:

* Engine control module
* Fuel pump control module

Damage to components, and incorrect data may occur when the voltage is out of range.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Engine Control Module
* The vehicle speed is above 8 km/h (5 mph).
* The system voltage is between 9.5-18 V.

Fuel Pump Control Module

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Engine Control Module

The engine control module detects a system voltage above 16 V for less than 1 second.

Fuel Pump Control Module

The fuel pump control module detects that the system voltage is greater than 18 V.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0563 is a C type DTC.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P0563 is a C type DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

* A possible cause of this DTC could be overcharging with a battery charger or jump starting.
* A high voltage value in multiple modules indicates a concern in the charging system.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

* Engine Controls Schematics ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams) for the 3.6L (LLT) engine
* Engine Controls Schematics ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams) for the 6.2L (L99) and (LS3) engine

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

Charging System Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Circuit Testing)
* Connector Repairs (Connector Repairs)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections)
* Wiring Repairs (Wiring Repairs)

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions (Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions)
Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

1. Engine running, accessories OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The voltage should be between 12.6 and 15.0 V.

If not within the specified range, refer to Charging System Test (Charging System Test).

2. Engine running, observe the scan tool of the appropriate control module Ignition 1 signal parameter. The voltage should be between 12.6 and 15.0 V.

If not within the specified range, replace the appropriate control module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for ECM replacement, setup, and programming