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2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard Trans
Circuit/System Testing
2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition ON, with a scan tool verify the ECM Ignition 1 Signal parameter is greater than 10 V.
- If less than the specified range, test the ECM ignition circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 ECM.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the KR27 starter relay.
- Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5.0 Ξ© between the relay ground circuit terminal 86 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 30 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the B+ circuit fuse or starter fuse is open, test the control circuit terminal 87 for a short to ground.
- Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp does not illuminate between the control circuit terminal 87 and ground.
- If the test lamp illuminates, test the control circuit terminal 87 for a short to voltage.
- Ensure the parking brake is applied and the T12 transmission is in PARK. Momentarily install a 30 A fused jumper wire between the B+ circuit terminal 30 and the control circuit terminal 87. Verify the M64 starter motor is activated.
- If the M64 starter motor does not activate, test the control circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the M64 starter motor.
- Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 85 and the ground circuit terminal 86.
- Transmission in park/neutral, command the starter relay ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 ECM.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 ECM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the KR27 starter relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.