P0615

DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT





Description
- TCM controls starter relay in IPDM E/R.
- TCM switches starter relay ON at "P" or "N" position and allows to crank engine.
- Then it prohibits cranking other than at "P" or "N" position.




CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode









On Board Diagnosis Logic
- This is not an OBD-II self-diagnostic item.
- Diagnostic trouble code "P0615 STARTER RELAY/CIRC" with CONSULT-III is detected when starter relay switched ON other than at "P" or "N" position. (or when switched OFF at "P" or "N" position).




Possible Cause
- Harness or connectors
(Starter relay and TCM circuit is open or shorted.)
- Starter relay




DTC Confirmation Procedure

CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.

NOTE:
If "DTC Confirmation Procedure" has been previously performed, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before performing the next test.
After the repair, touch "ERASE" on "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" and then perform the following procedure to confirm the malfunction is eliminated.

WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select "DATA MONITOR" mode for "TRANSMISSION" with CONSULT-III.
3. Start engine.
4. Drive vehicle for at least 2 consecutive seconds.
5. If DTC is detected, go to "Diagnosis Procedure".




Wiring Diagram - CVT - STSIG






TCM TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUES
Refer to TCM Terminal And Reference Value .




Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK STARTER RELAY SIGNAL
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select "SELECTION FROM MENU" in "DATA MONITOR" mode for "TRANSMISSION" with CONSULT-III and check monitor "STRTR RLY OUT", "STRTR RLY MON"(PNP relay) ON/OFF.





Without CONSULT-III





1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Check voltage between the TCM connector terminal and ground.





OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check the following:
- Starter relay. Refer to Standardized Relay .
- Open or short-circuit in the harness between TCM and the starter relay. Refer to .
- Ground circuit for the starter relay. Refer to Electrical Diagrams .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK DTC
Perform "DTC Confirmation Procedure".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to TCM Terminal And Reference Value .
2. If NG, re-check TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.