Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Inspection For PCM Power Circuit Open/Short Circuit
- Turn IGN Switch OFF.
- Disconnect the PCB block "PCB-C" connector and the PCM connector.
- Using a multi-tester, check the resistance of the power side terminal of the "PCB-C" connector and the body ground to check whether the wiring is short-circuited.
- Using a multi-tester, check the resistance between the "PCB-C" connector power side terminal and the PCM power terminal to check if the wiring is disconnected.
- Check the resistance to check for disconnection or short-circuiting of the wiring line on the PCM engine control relay ON power side.
Information
If the resistance value is measured during short-circuit inspection, short-circuit with peripheral parts/wiring can be suspected.
While shaking the wiring, Inspection For short-circuit area through the change value of resistance.
Information
If excessive resistance is measured during disconnection inspection, short-circuit with other wiring/wiring failure/intermediate connector failure are suspected.
In this case, a problem could occur as normal voltage/current is not energized to the circuit.
Locate the faulty part through inspection, and repair it.
List of Inspection Normal value Inspection Condition Probe (+) Probe (-) PCB Block ←→ PCM
Short to wiring harnessInfinity (∞) Ω - IGN Switch "OFF"
- Separation of PCB block PCB-C connector
- Separation of PCM connector
PCB block PCB-C connector side
2. Main relay "ON" powerChassis Ground
| List of Inspection | Normal value | Inspection Condition | Probe (+) | Probe (-) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCB Block ←→
PCM Open in wiring harness |
Approx. 1Ω or below |
|
PCB block PCB-C connector side 2. Main relay "ON" power |
PCM Connector side 1. Main relay "ON" power |
| PCB Block ←→
PCM Open in wiring harness |
PCB block PCB-C connector side 2. Main relay "ON" power |
PCM Connector side 2. Main relay "ON" power |
OK
Go to "Inspection For PCM Ground Circuit" procedure.
NG
Repair the wiring and replace the assembly.
If there is no problem with the wiring, Inspection For PCM.
Go to "Final DTC checking" procedure.
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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.