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P0206




DTC P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, P0206, P0207, or P0208

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 Descriptors

DTC P0201
- Injector 1 Control Circuit

DTC P0202
- Injector 2 Control Circuit

DTC P0203
- Injector 3 Control Circuit

DTC P0204
- Injector 4 Control Circuit

DTC P0205
- Injector 5 Control Circuit

DTC P0206
- Injector 6 Control Circuit

DTC P0207
- Injector 7 Control Circuit

DTC P0208
- Injector 8 Control Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The control module enables the appropriate fuel injector pulse for each cylinder. Ignition voltage is supplied to the fuel injectors. The control module controls each fuel injector by grounding the control circuit via a solid state device called a driver. The control module monitors the status of each driver.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* The engine is running.

* The ignition voltage is greater than 11 V.

* DTC P0201-P0208 runs continuously when the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ECM detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match for greater than 2 s.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, P0206, P0207, and P0208 are Type B DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, P0206, P0207, and P0208 are Type B DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

* The MIL indicator flashes when there is an engine misfire.

* High resistance in the circuits of the injectors may set a misfire DTC without setting an injector DTC. Test the injector circuits of the affected cylinder(s) for a high resistance if you suspect a condition.

* Performing the Fuel Injector Diagnosis may help isolate an intermittent condition. Refer to Fuel Injector Diagnosis (CH47976) Fuel Injector Diagnosis (CH47976)Fuel Injector Diagnosis (J39021 or Scan Tool) Fuel Injector Diagnosis (J39021 or Scan Tool).

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics (LS3) [1][2]Electrical DiagramsEngine Controls Schematics (LS7) [1][2]Electrical DiagramsEngine Controls Schematics (LS9) [1][2]Electrical Diagrams

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views 5 Bow Lowered Switch (CM7)

Description and Operation

Fuel System Description (LS3 or LS7) Description and OperationFuel System Description (LS9) 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 Control Module References for scan tool information

Special Tools

* J 43244 - Relay Puller Pliers

* J 44603 - Injector Test Lamp

Circuit/System Verification

1. Engine idling, observe the following control circuit status parameters for each fuel injector:

* Cyl 1-8 Injector Ckt Short Gnd Test Status

* Cyl 1-8 Injector Ckt Open Test Status

* Cyl 1-8 Injector Ckt Short Volts Test Status
Each parameter should display OK or Not Run.

2. Engine running, observe the DTC information with a scan tool. DTC P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, P0206, P0207 or P0208 should not set.

3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the affected fuel injector harness connector at the fuel injector.

2. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition voltage circuit terminal A and ground.

If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the ignition voltage circuit fuse is open, test or replace the fuel injector.

3. Connect the J 44603 - injector test lamp between the control circuit terminal B and the ignition voltage circuit terminal A.

4. Engine cranking, verify the test lamp flashes ON and OFF.

If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the engine control module (ECM).

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 ECM.

5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the fuel injector.

Component Testing

Note: The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor must be between 10-32°C (50-90°F) for an accurate measurement.

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate fuel injector.

2. Test for 11-14 ohms between the terminals of the fuel injector.

If not within the specified range, replace the fuel injector.

3. Test for infinite resistance between each terminal and the fuel injector housing/case.

If not the specified value, replace the fuel injector.

Repair Instructions

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

* Fuel Injector Replacement Removal and Replacement

* Control Module References Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming