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Code P1650, QDM No. 2: Notes

Control module is used to control several components as shown in wiring schematic. control module controls these devices through use of a Quad-Driver Module (QDM). When control module is commanding a component on, voltage potential of output circuit will be low (near zero volt). When control module is commanding output circuit to a component off, voltage potential of circuit will be high (near battery voltage). Primary function of QDM is to supply ground for component being controlled.

Each QDM has a fault line which is monitored by control module. Fault line signal is available on data stream for scan tool test equipment display on Tech 1. Control module will compare voltage at QDM based on accepted values of fault line. If QDM No. 2 fault detection circuit senses a voltage other than accepted value, fault line will go from a low signal on data stream to a high signal and Code P1650 will set. Code P1650 will not illuminate Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).

NOTE: Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
  1. If QDM related code is stored, diagnose that code first. Repair made to related code will repair Code P1650 also.
  2. This test will determine which circuit is out of specifications.
  3. This test will determine if problem is circuit or component.
  4. As factory installed control module is protected with an internal circuit breaker, it is highly unlikely that control module needs to be replaced.