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Pinpoint Test I: DTC P0563 and U3003:17




High-Voltage Converter/Inverter

Pinpoint Test I: DTC P0563 and U3003:17

Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 12, Charging System for schematic and connector information. [1][2]Diagrams By Number

Normal Operation

The DC to DC Converter Control Module (DC/DC) monitors the 12-volt battery system voltage internally at the B+ terminal of the DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module). If the voltage is greater than 16 volts, the DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module) sets DTC U3003:17 and requests CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM be displayed in the message center. The DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module) will be in standby mode (DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module) disabled) and the 12-volt battery will eventually be drained. Reduced or no functionality of 12-volt systems (headlamps, HVAC blower motor, etc.) may also be noticed.

The PCM also monitors system voltage and will set a DTC if the system voltage rises above a set threshold.

- DTC P0563 (System Voltage High)- If the PCM detects a voltage from the charging system higher than 15.2 volts with vehicle speed above 8 km/h (5 mph), this DTC will be set.

- DTC U3003:17 (Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold)- Sets if the 12-volt battery system voltage is greater than 16 volts.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- 12-volt battery jump started or incorrectly charged

- Customer-installed accessory

- DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module)

PINPOINT TEST I : DTC P0563 AND U3003:17

I1 CHECK VOLTAGE AT THE DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module)

- START the vehicle (Ready Indicator light ON).

- Turn off the headlamps, blower and any other accessories.

- Measure the voltage of the battery.





Is the voltage less than 16 volts?

Yes
GO to I2.

No
GO to I3.

I2 TEST BATTERY CONDITION

- Ignition OFF.

- Carry out the battery condition test. Pinpoint Tests

Did the battery pass the condition test?

Yes
GO to I4.

No
DTC U3003:17 or P0563 was most likely set due to the 12-volt battery being recently jump started or incorrectly charged using a battery charger. INSTALL a new battery. CLEAR the DTC. REPEAT the self-tests. TEST the system for normal operation. If DTC U3003:17 or P0563 is still present, GO to I3.

I3 INSPECT VEHICLE ACCESSORIES

- Ignition OFF.

- Inspect the vehicle and disable any customer installed accessories.

- START the vehicle (Ready Indicator light ON).

- Measure the voltage of the battery.





Is the voltage less than 16 volts?

Yes
COMMUNICATE the accessory concern to the customer. CLEAR the DTC. REPEAT the self-tests. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
GO to I4.

I4 CLEAR DTCs AND CARRY OUT SELF-TEST OF THE DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module) AND PCM

- Ignition ON.

- Connect the scan tool.

- Using the scan tool, clear the DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module) and PCM DTCs.

- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test- DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module).

- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test- PCM.

Is DTC U3003:17 reported in the DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module) or is DTC P0563 reported in the PCM?

Yes
INSTALL a new DC/DC (DC to DC Converter Control Module). REFER to Direct Current/Direct Current (DC/DC) Converter . REPEAT the self-tests. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
Concern is not present at this time. DTC U3003:17 or P0563 was most likely set due to the 12-volt battery being recently jump started or incorrectly charged using a battery charger. CLEAR the DTC. REPEAT the self-test. TEST the system for normal operation.