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P0651



DTC P0641 or P0651

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provide an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC P0641
- 5-Volt Reference 1 Circuit

DTC P0651
- 5-Volt Reference 2 Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The engine control module (ECM) has 2 internal 5-volt reference busses called 5-volt reference 1 and 5-volt reference 2. Each reference bus provides 5-volt reference circuits for more than one sensor. Therefore, a fault condition on one 5-volt reference circuit will affect the other 5-volt reference circuits connected to that reference bus. The ECM monitors the voltage on the 5-volt reference busses.

The 5-volt reference 1 bus provides 5 volts to the following sensors:

* The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
* The fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor
* The air conditioning (A/C) refrigerant pressure sensor
* The accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 2
* The engine oil pressure (EOP) sensor
* The camshaft position (CMP) sensor

The 5-volt reference 2 bus provides 5 volts to the following sensors:

* The APP sensor 1
* The throttle position (TP) sensor 1 and 2
* The crankshaft position (CKP) sensor

Conditions for Running the DTC

* The ignition is in Unlock, Accessory, Run, or Crank.
* The ignition voltage is more than 5.23 volts.
* DTCs P0641 and P0651 run continuously when the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ECM detects a voltage out of tolerance condition on the 5-volt reference 1 or 2 bus for more than 0.5 second.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0641 and P0651 are Type A DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P0641 and P0651 are Type A DTCs.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Control Schematics, Electrical Diagrams

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 for scan tool information, Control Module References

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool 5-volt reference 1 and 2 parameters. The reading should display Circuit OK for a normally operating system.

Circuit/System Testing

Important: Additional DTCs may set when disconnecting components.

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector of all the sensors connected to the 5-volt reference bus for the applicable DTC.

Important: A short to voltage on the signal circuit of certain components may cause this DTC to set.

2. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between one of the 5-volt reference circuits and ground.

^ If less than the specified range, test all of the 5-volt reference circuits for a short to ground. If all circuits test normal, replace the ECM.
^ If greater than the specified range, test for a short to voltage on all of the 5-volt reference circuits, or the signal circuit for each component associated with the appropriate 5-volt reference bus for a short to voltage. If all circuits test normal, replace the ECM.

3. Connect each component associated with the appropriate 5-volt reference bus, one at a time, while monitoring the voltage. The voltage should not change more than 1 volt.

^ If the voltage display changes more than the specified range when a component is connected, replace the component.

Repair Instructions

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

* Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement
* Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement
* Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
* Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement
* Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement
* Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Replacement
* Throttle Body Assembly Replacement