P0650
DTC P0650
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 Instructionsprovide an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0650
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit/System Description
The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is located on the instrument panel cluster (IPC).
The MIL informs the driver that an emission system fault has occurred and that the engine control system requires service. The engine control module (ECM) monitors the MIL control circuit for conditions that are incorrect for the commanded states of the MIL. For example, a failure condition exists if the ECM detects low voltage when the MIL is commanded OFF, or high voltage when the MIL is commanded ON.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* The ignition is in the Run or Crank position.
* The ignition voltage is between 9-18 volts.
* The ECM has commanded the MIL ON and OFF at least once during the ignition cycle.
* DTC P0650 runs continuously when the ignition is ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects that the commanded state of the MIL driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match for more than 5 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P0650 is a Type B DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P0650 is a Type B DTC.
Diagnostic Aids
If the condition is intermittent, move the related harnesses and connectors with the engine operating. Monitor the scan tool Circuit Test Status parameters for the component. The Circuit Test Status parameter will change from OK or Not Run to Fault if there is a condition with the circuit or a connection.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
* Instrument Cluster Schematics Instrument Cluster Schematics
* Engine Controls Schematics [1][2]Electrical Diagrams
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Connector End Views By Name
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 Relearningfor scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON, command the MIL ON and OFF with a scan tool. The MIL should turn ON and OFF as commanded.
2. Engine idling, command the MIL ON and OFF with a scan tool while observing the following control circuit status parameters:
* MIL Ckt Short Gnd Test Status
* MIL Ckt Open Test Status
* MIL Ckt Short Volts Test Status
Each parameter should display OK or Not Run.
3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.
Circuit/System Testing
1. If any other instrument panel cluster (IPC) indicators or gauge. are inoperative, refer to Instrument Cluster Gauges Inoperative Instrument Cluster Gauges Inoperative.
2. Ignition OFF, disconnect ECM X1 harness connector. Ignition ON, the MIL should not illuminate.
• If the MIL is illuminated, test the MIL control circuit terminal X1-68 for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the IPC.
3. Ignition ON, connect a 3 A fused jumper wire between the MIL control circuit terminal X1-68 and ground. The MIL should illuminate.
• If the MIL does not illuminate, test the MIL control circuit for a short to voltage, or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the IPC/bulb.
4. If all circuits/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Instrument Cluster Replacement
* Control Module References Programming and Relearningfor ECM replacement, setup, and programming