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DTC Descriptor

DTC P0650: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

MIL Voltage Supply

P0650

P0650

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MIL Control

P0650/MIL ON

P0650

P0650

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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 control module monitors the MIL control circuit for conditions that are incorrect for the commanded states of the MIL.

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTC P0650 runs continuously when the ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The control module detects that the commanded state of the MIL driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match for more than one second.

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0650

DTC P0650 is Type B DTC. The ECM will stop commanding the MIL Control Circuit for the remainder of the ignition cycle

DTC P2610

DTC P0650 is Type B DTC.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTC P0650

DTC P0650 is Type B DTC. The ECM will stop commanding the MIL Control Circuit for the remainder of the ignition cycle

DTC P2610

DTC P0650 is Type B DTC.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

    •  Engine Controls Connector End Views
    •  Engine Control Module Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions
    •  Scan Tool Output Controls

Description and Operation

Engine Control Module Description

Circuit/System Verification

Turn ON the ignition, then command the MIL ON and OFF with a scan tool. The MIL should turn ON and OFF when commanded.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Disconnect the engine control module (ECM) connector that contains the MIL control circuit.
  2. Jumper the MIL control circuit with a J 36169-A at the ECM connector to a good ground.
  3. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  4. If the MIL illuminates replace the ECM.
  5. Test the MIL voltage supply circuit for an open or short to ground.
  6. Test the MIL control circuit for a short to voltage or a short to ground.
  7. If the all circuits test OK replace the instrument panel cluster assembly.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    • Refer to Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming.
    • Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .