P0203
DTC P0201, P0202, P0203, or P0204
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions
DTC Descriptors
DTC P0201
- Injector 1 Control Circuit
DTC P0202
- Injector 2 Control Circuit
DTC P0203
- Injector 3 Control Circuit
DTC P0204
- Injector 4 Control Circuit
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit/System Description
The engine control module (ECM) enables the appropriate fuel injector pulse for each cylinder. Ignition voltage is supplied to the fuel injectors. The ECM controls each fuel injector by grounding the control circuit via a solid state device called a driver. The ECM monitors the status of each driver.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* The engine speed is greater than 700 RPM.
* The ignition 1 voltage is greater than 10 Volts.
* The DTCs run continuously once the above conditions are met.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects the injector control circuit is open, shorted to voltage, or shorted to ground for more than 5 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTCs P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204 are Type A DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTCs P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204 are Type A DTCs.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Engine Controls Schematics (w/Throttle Actuator Controls) Electrical DiagramsEngine Controls Schematics (w/o Throttle Actuator Control) Electrical Diagrams
Connector End View Reference
* Engine Control Module Connector End Views (w/ Throttle Actuator Control) Engine Control Module Connector End Views (w/ Throttle Actuator Control)Engine Control Module Connector End Views (w/o Throttle Actuator Control) Engine Control Module Connector End Views (w/o Throttle Actuator Control)
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Description and Operation
Fuel System Description Fuel System Description
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
* Scan Tool Data List (w/ Throttle Actuator Control) Scan Tool Data List (w/ Throttle Actuator Control)Scan Tool Data List (w/o Throttle Actuator Control) Scan Tool Data List (w/o Throttle Actuator Control)
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* Scan Tool Output Controls (w/ Throttle Actuator Control) Scan Tool Output Controls (w/ Throttle Actuator Control)Scan Tool Output Controls (w/o Throttle Actuator Control) Scan Tool Output Controls (w/o Throttle Actuator Control)
Special Tools Required
J 34730-405 Injector Test Lamp
Circuit/System Verification
Important: If you were sent here from Engine Cranks but Does Not Run, proceed to Circuit/System Testing.
Engine running, observe the DTC information with a scan tool. DTCs P0201, P0202, P0203, or P0204 should not set.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector of the appropriate fuel injector.
2. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition 1 voltage circuit and ground.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate, repair the ignition 1 voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. Replace the fuse if necessary.
3. With the ignition OFF, connect a J 34730-405 between the control circuit and the ignition 1 voltage circuit.
4. Engine idling, the test lamp should flash.
• If the test lamp remains ON all the time, test for a short to ground on the control circuit. If circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
• If the test lamp remains OFF all the time, test for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance on the control circuit. If circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
5. If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the fuel injector.
Component Testing
Important: The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor must be between 10-32°C (50-90°F) in order for an accurate measurement.
1. Measure for 11-14 ohms of resistance between the terminals of the fuel injector.
• If the resistance is not within the specified range, replace the fuel injector.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement Service and Repair
* Control Module References Control Module References for engine control module replacement, setup, and programming