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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information






Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-P065A00

Condition




The Engine control module (ECM) regulates the alternator's charge voltage, via LIN communication, on the request of the Central electronic module (CEM), via CAN communication. Alternator control module (ACM) sends information about a malfunction to Engine control module (ECM) (via LIN-communication).
The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if the control module detects that:
- Alternator control module (ACM) sends information to Engine control module (ECM) about electrical problem in the alternator.
The control module's test for the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) starts in the event of:
- Engine running.

Note! The control module can only detect the fault once the test has been started and the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored when the conditions are met.

Substitute value
- The alternator control module (ACM) (charge regulator) charges with a fixed voltage of 13.8 V.

Possible source
- A battery charger with high charging voltage was connected previously.
- Worn carbon brushes.
- Damaged alternator control module (ACM) (charge regulator).
- Damaged alternator.

Fault symptom[s]
- Battery/Dead battery
- Battery/Weak or low electrical power