P0381

P0381-WAIT TO START LAMP INOPERATIVE

For complete wiring diagrams refer to Diagrams/Electrical.


- When Monitored:

Ignition on .

- Set Condition:

The cluster sends a signal to the ECM that it has detected a failed wait to start lamp.







Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding.

Diagnostic Test


1. WAIT-TO-START LAMP DOES NOT COME ON

Turn the ignition off.

While watching the wait-to-start lamp, turn the ignition key on.

Did the wait-to-start lamp light?

Yes

- Go To2

No

- Go To3

2. WAIT-TO-START LAMP STAYS ON ALL THE TIME

Turn the ignition off.

While watching the wait-to-start lamp, turn the ignition key on.

Does the wait-to-start lamp stay on all the time?

Yes

- Go To 3

No

- Wait-to-start Lamp operating normally. Test passed.
- Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test

3. FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN





Turn the ignition off.

Remove the cluster.


NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.

Turn the ignition on.

Using a 12-volt test Light, check the Fused Ignition Switch Run/Start circuit.

Is the light illuminated and bright?

Yes

- Go To 4

No

- Repair the open fused Ignition Switch Output circuit.
- Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test

4. WAIT-TO-START LIGHT BULB

Remove and inspect the Wait-to-Start Bulb.

Is the Bulb Ok?

Yes

- Test complete.

No

- Replace the Wait-to-Start Bulb.
- Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test