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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001C3500 HD 8.1 G, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC P0622 (GAS ENGINE)CONDITIONS FOR CLEARING THE DTC
2001 Chevrolet C3500 HD 8.1 G, Automatic
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
2001 Chevrolet C3500 HD 8.1 G, AutomaticSECTION Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- The Conditions for Setting the DTC are no longer present.
- A history DTC will clear after 40 malfunction free ignition cycles.
- The engine control module (ECM) receives the clear code command from the scan tool.
DTC P0622 (Gas Engine)
| Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views |
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| 1 | Did you perform the Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Electrical |
| 2 |
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5-95% | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 |
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- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Test the generator field duty cycle signal circuit for a short or open. Refer to Circuit Testing
, and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
| 5 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the generator. Refer to Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Charging System Test (CS/AD/SI Generators) |
| 6 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM/ECM. Refer to Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 |
IMPORTANT:
Replace the PCM/ECM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement
, in Engine Controls-4.3L, Powertrain Control Module Replacement
, in Engine Controls-4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L, or Powertrain Control Module Replacement
, in Engine Controls-8.1L, or Engine Control Module Replacement
in Engine Controls-6.6L.Did you complete the repair?The replacement PCM/ECM must be programmed. |
- | Go to Step 8 | - |
| 8 |
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- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.