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Check Power Supply And Ground Line Of Engine Control Module (ECM)
Wiring diagram: Engine Electrical System Ref. to WIRING SYSTEM>ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- CHECK MAIN RELAY
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- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- Remove the main relay.
- Check the main relay. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>MAIN RELAY>INSPECTION
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Is the check result OK?
Yes: Go to 2.
No: Replace the main relay. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>MAIN RELAY .
- CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT FOR ECM
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- Disconnect the connector from ECM.
- Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and engine ground.
Connector & terminal
(B62) No. 69 - Engine ground:
(B62) No. 70 - Engine ground:
(B62) No. 71 - Engine ground:
(B62) No. 72 - Engine ground:
Is the resistance less than 5 Ω?
Yes: Go to 3.
No: Repair the following item.
- Open circuit of harness between ECM connector and engine ground
- Poor contact of coupling connector
- CHECK INPUT VOLTAGE OF ECM (SHORT TO GROUND)
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Measure the voltage between ECM connector and engine ground.
Connector & terminal
(B62) No. 1 (+) - Engine ground (-):
(B62) No. 56 (+) - Engine ground (-):
Is the voltage 10 V or more?
Yes: Go to 4.
No: Repair the open or ground short in the harness of power supply circuit.
- CHECK M/B (MAIN RELAY) INPUT VOLTAGE
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Measure the voltage between M/B (main relay) terminal and engine ground.
Terminals
No. 1 (+) - Engine ground (-):
No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):
Is the voltage 10 V or more?
Yes: Go to 5.
No: Repair the open or ground short in the harness of power supply circuit.
- CHECK INPUT VOLTAGE OF ECM
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- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- Install the main relay.
- Measure the voltage between ECM connector and engine ground.
Connector & terminal
(B62) No. 12 (+) - Engine ground (-):
Is the voltage 10 V or more?
Yes: Go to 6.
No: Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and M/B (main relay) terminal.
- CHECK INPUT VOLTAGE OF ECM
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- Connect the connector to ECM.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Measure the voltage between ECM connector and engine ground.
Connector & terminal
(B62) No. 67 (+) - Engine ground (-):
(B62) No. 68 (+) - Engine ground (-):
Is the voltage 10 V or more?
Yes: Check the starter motor circuit. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>DIAGNOSTICS WITH PHENOMENON>STARTER MOTOR CIRCUIT .
No: Repair the following item.
- Open circuit of harness between ECM connector and M/B (main relay)
- Poor contact of M/B (main relay)
- Blown out of fuse
- Poor contact of ECM connector
NOTE: After the faulty parts are repaired or replaced, perform the final check in Basic Diagnostic Procedure. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE>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.
