For 1990-2009 cars
Engine Controls Component Views VIN 1
Cell 20: Sensors
OBD II Symbol Description Notice

### Circuit Description

The PCM uses the 5 Volt Reference A circuit as a sensor feed to the following sensors:

• | The TP sensor.

• | The MAP sensor.

• | The EGR Valve Pintle Position sensor.

The PCM monitors the voltage on the 5 Volt Reference A circuit. If the voltage is out of tolerance, the PCM will set DTC P1635.

### Conditions for Setting the DTC

• | The PCM detects a voltage out of tolerance condition on the 5 Volt Reference A circuit.

• | The above condition is present for longer than 19 seconds.

### Action Taken When the DTC Sets

• | The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test has been run and failed.

• | The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Freeze Frame and Failure Records data.

### Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

• | The PCM will turn OFF the MIL during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic has been run and passed.

• | The History DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.

• | The DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool.

### Diagnostic Aids

Important:: Be sure to inspect PCM and engine grounds for being secure and clean.

Check for the following conditions:

• | Poor connection at the PCM.

| Inspect harness connectors for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and poor terminal to wire connection.

• | Damaged harness.

| Inspect the wiring harness for damage.

• | If the harness appears to be OK, observe the MAP display on the scan tool with the ignition ON, engine not running while moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the following sensors. A change in the MAP display will indicate the location of the malfunction.

- | The Fuel Tank Pressre Sensor.

- | The TP sensor.

- | The MAP sensor.

- | The EGR valve.

Reviewing the Fail Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition.

### Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

1. This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is being replaced, the new PCM must be programmed. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming .

#### DTC P1635 - 5 Volt Reference A Circuit

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2 |

1. Visually/physically check the PCM and engine grounds. Ensure that the grounds are clean and secure.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Was a problem found?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 3

3 | Important: If you were sent here from another table, do this table first. Select DTC info, Last Test Fail and record any other DTCs set. Are any other DTCs set? | -- | Go to applicable DTC. | Go to Step 4
4 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Disconnect the EGR.
3. Turn ON the ignition switch.
4. Using a J 39200 Digital Multimeter, measure voltage between the 5 volt reference A circuit and engine ground.

Is voltage near the specified value indicated?

5V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5 | Is voltage near the specified value indicated? | 0V | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 9
6 |

1. Reconnect EGR Valve.
2. Disconnect Throttle Position Sensor.
3. Using a J 39200 Digital Multimeter, measure voltage between the 5 volt reference A circuit and engine ground.

Is voltage near the specified value indicated?

5V

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 10

7 |

1. Monitor DMM while disconnecting all other devices connected to 5V Ref A one at a time.
2. If voltage changes when one of the above components is disconnected, replace the component. Refer to appropriate replacement procedure.

Was a component replaced?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 8

8 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Disconnect the PCM.
3. Check the 5 volt reference A circuit for an open or short to ground.
4. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Was a problem found?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

9 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Disconnect the PCM.
3. Turn ON the ignition switch.
4. Check the 5 volt reference A circuit for a short to voltage.
5. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Was a problem found?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

10 | Replace the EGR valve. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 12 | --
11 | Important:: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Replace PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 12 | --
12 |

1. Review and record scan tool Fail Records data.
2. Clear DTCs.
3. Operate the vehicle within Fail Records conditions.
4. Monitor Specific DTC info for DTC P1635 until the DTC P1635 test runs, using a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate DTC P1635 failed this ignition?

--

Go to Step 2

System OK