Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Always On

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
There should be a steady malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the ignition is ON, prior to starting the engine. Battery ignition voltage is supplied to the MIL. The powertrain control module (PCM) will turn the MIL ON by grounding the control circuit at the PCM. A steady MIL with the engine running suggests a short to ground in the MIL control circuit, or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
Check for the following conditions:
- Check for a shorted MIL control circuit between the PCM and the instrument panel cluster (IPC) assembly.
- A shorted IPC assembly board may cause the MIL to stay ON.

An intermittent malfunction may be caused by a faulty electrical connection. Refer to Intermittent Conditions. Intermittent Conditions

TEST DESCRIPTION

Step 1:

Steps 2-6:

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
1. The Diagnostic System Check-Computers and Controls Systems prompts the technician to complete some basic checks and store the Freeze Frame data on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic copy of the data taken when the fault occurred. The information is then stored in the scan tool for later reference.
2. Disconnecting the PCM will determine whether the malfunction is caused by a short to ground in the MIL control circuit or a faulty PCM.