Monitor Description

While the engine is being cranked, positive battery voltage is applied to terminal STA of the ECM.

If the ECM detects the starter (STA) signal while the vehicle is being driven, it determines that there is a malfunction in the STA circuit. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and sets the DTC.

This monitor runs when the vehicle is driven at 12.43 mph (20 km/h) or more for over 20 seconds.

DTC No.	DTC Detection Condition	Trouble Area
P0617	When conditions (a), (b) and (c) are met, positive (+B) battery voltage 10.5 V or more is applied to ECM for 20 seconds (1 trip detection logic): (a) Vehicle speed is 12.43 mph (20 km/h) or more (b) Engine speed is 1000 RPM or more (c) STA signal is on	Cranking holding function circuit Starter signal circuit Park/neutral position switch assembly*1 ECM

*1: Automatic transmission models.