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DTC P2530: Ignition Switch Run Position Circuit: Notes

DTC detecting condition: 

Immediately at fault recognition

Trouble symptom: 

Improper idling

CAUTION:

Wiring diagram: 

Engine Electrical System Ref. to WIRING SYSTEM>ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM>WIRING DIAGRAM .

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  1. CHECK ECM CONNECTOR  .

    Check the connecting condition of ECM connector.

    Is the ECM connector correctly connected?

    Yes: Go to  2 .

    No: Connect the ECM connector correctly.

  2. CHECK INPUT VOLTAGE OF ECM  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. Measure the voltage between ECM connector and engine ground while wiggling the harness between ECM connector and F/B connector.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B134) No. 2 (+) - Engine ground (-):

    Is the voltage 8 V or more all the time?

    Yes: Even if DTC is detected, the circuit has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis again.

    NOTE: In this case, the following items may be the cause of fault.
    • Open circuit or short circuit to ground in harness between ECM
    • connector and F/B connector
    • Poor contact of fuse (F/B No. 5)
    • Poor contact of IG2 relay connector
    • Poor contact of IG2 relay

    No: Repair the harness and connector.

    NOTE: In this case, repair the following item:
    • Open circuit or short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and F/B connector
    • Poor contact of fuse (F/B No. 5)
    • Poor contact of IG2 relay connector
    • Poor contact of IG2 relay