DTC P159F, P15A0, or P15A1 (with EPH)
Diagnostic InstructionsDTC Descriptor
DTC P159F

Fuel Economy Mode Switch Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P15A0

Fuel Economy Mode Switch Circuit High Voltage

DTC P15A1

Fuel Economy Mode Switch Performance

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5 V Reference

P159F

P159F

P15A0

P15A1

Signal

P159F

P159F

P15A0

P15A1

Ground

P15A0

Circuit/System Description

For an overview of the component/system, refer to:Drive Mode Description and Operation

Circuit

Description

5 V Reference

Regulated voltage supplied by the control module.

Signal

The control module input circuit has an internal resistance connected to ground.

Ground

Chassis Ground

Component

Description

K20 Engine Control Module

The control module contains a microprocessor used to process input data to control outputs.

S126 Drive Mode Select Switch

The switch S126 has an internal resistor ladder network. A specific resistance is generated dependent on the position of the switch.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition » On / Vehicle » In Service Mode

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Signal circuit—Voltage=Out Of Range

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs listed in the DTC Descriptor category=Type B

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs listed in the DTC Descriptor category=Type B

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Steering Wheel Secondary/Configurable Control Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Master Electrical Component List

Electrical Information ReferenceDTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References

Circuit/System VerificationCircuit/System TestingRepair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair:Diagnostic Repair Verification

For control module replacement, programming, and setup refer to:Control Module References