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Test Description

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The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  This step determines if the fault is present.
DTC P1581

Step Action Yes No
Connector End View Reference:  Cruise Control Connector End Views  
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Cruise Control? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Cruise Control (2.2L)  or Diagnostic System Check - Cruise Control (2.0L) 
2 
  1. Connect a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Using scan tool monitor C/C Move Ckt.-High Volt or C/C Move Ckt.-Open tests.
Does the Test Fail?
Go to Step 3  Go to Diagnostic Aids
3
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a test light between the Cruise Control Servo Move Signal circuit and a good ground.
  3. Using scan tool monitor C/C Move Ckt.-High Volt and C/C Move Ckt.-Open tests.
Does the Test Pass?
Go to Step 7  Go to Step 4 
4 Is the test light illuminated? Go to Step 5  Go to Step 6 
5 Inspect the Cruise Control Servo Move Signal circuit for short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the problem?
Go to Step 9  -
6 Inspect the Cruise Control Servo Move Signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the problem?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 8 
7 Replace the cruise control module. Refer to Cruise Control Module Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 9  -
8
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM must be programmed.
Replace ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module (ECM) Replacement in Engine Controls.Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 9  -
9
  1. Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset?
Go to Step 2  System OK