P0615

DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT

Description
Prohibits cranking other at "P" or "N" position.

On Board Diagnosis Logic
^ This is not an OBD-II self-diagnostic item.
^ Diagnostic trouble code "STARTER RELAY/CIRC" with CONSULT-II or 14th judgement flicker without CONSULT-II is detected when detects as irregular when switched "ON" other than at "P" or "N" position. (Or when switched "OFF" at "P" or "N" position).

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

DTC Confirmation Procedure

NOTE: If "DTC Confirmation Procedure" has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch "OFF" and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.

After the repair, perform the following procedure to confirm the malfunction is eliminated.

WITH CONSULT-II

1. Turn ignition switch to "ON" position. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select "DATA MONITOR" mode for "A/T" with CONSULT-II.
3. Start engine.
4. Vehicle start for at least 2 consecutive seconds.
5. If DTC is detected, go to "Diagnostic Procedure".

AT-STSIG-01:

Wiring Diagram - AT - STSIG

Diagnostic Procedure
1. CHECK STARTER RELAY (WITH CONSULT-II)
With CONSULT-II

1. Turn ignition switch to "ON" position. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select "SELECTION FROM MENU" in "DATA MONITOR" mode for "A/T" with CONSULT-II and check monitor "STARTER RELAY" ON/OFF.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> GO TO 3.
2. CHECK STARTER RELAY (WITHOUT CONSULT-II)

Without CONSULT-II

1. Turn ignition switch to "ON" position. (Do not start engine.)
2. Check the voltage between the TCM connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> GO TO 3.

3. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check the following items: Starter relay, Refer to "STARTING SYSTEM" Disconnections or short-circuits in the harness between TCM and the IPDM E/R Disconnections or short-circuits in the harness between TCM and the combination meter
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4. CHECK DTC
Perform "DTC confirmation Procedure". Refer to "DTC Confirmation Procedure".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 5.

5. PERFORM TCM INSPECTION
1. Perform TCM input/output signal inspection.
2. If NG, recheck TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.