Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001RNIX
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [08/2020 - 12/2021]
Title: STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: P061519; Starter Relay Circuit Current Above Threshold; 2021 MY RAV4 [08/2020 - 12/2021]

DTC

P061519

Starter Relay Circuit Current Above Threshold

DESCRIPTION

When the engine is started by stop and start control, the engine stop and start ECU controls the starter assembly by activating the ST NO. 1 relay (for starter pinion operation) via voltage from terminal STA and then, using its built-in starter delay circuit, activating the ST NO. 2 relay (for starter motor operation) via voltage from terminal STA2.

If overcurrent is detected in the starter relay circuit, the engine stop and start ECU stores DTC P061519 and blinks the stop and start cancel indicator.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Warning Indicate

Memory

Note

P061519

Starter Relay Circuit Current Above Threshold

Both of the following conditions are met for 1 second (1 trip detection logic):

  • Ignition switch ON.
  • Overcurrent to ST NO. 1 relay or ST NO. 2 relay is detected.
  • Wire harness or connector
  • ST NO. 1 relay
  • ST NO. 2 relay
  • Engine stop and start ECU

Blinks

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0617

CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN

HINT:

  • If the cable is disconnected from the battery terminal, stop and start control is prohibited until refresh charge is completed.

    In this case, let the vehicle idle to complete the refresh charge. The refresh charge is complete when the Data List item "Status of Battery Charge Control" changes from "Refresh Charge Mode". (Usually, idling the engine for 5 to 60 minutes with the battery fluid temperature at 11°C (51°F) or higher, the refresh charge will be completed.)

  • If the Techstream is not available and the Data List item "Status of Battery Charge Control" cannot be checked, charge the battery by idling the engine for approximately 5 to 60 minutes or driving the vehicle, and then drive the vehicle and check that stop and start control operates.

    If the engine is started with the hood open, the system determines that a jump start has occurred. Therefore, make sure that the hood is closed before starting the engine and driving the vehicle.

  • After the refresh charge completes, turn the ignition switch off, wait for at least 30 seconds, and then start the engine again. If the vehicle enters refresh charge mode again while the engine is idling, the initial refresh charge did not properly complete, so wait for the refresh charge to complete.
  • Allow the engine to idle for 3 minutes after it is warmed up and check that the engine idle speed is within 50 rpm of the target idle speed.

CONFIRMATION AFTER TROUBLESHOOTING

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(c) Turn the Techstream on.

(d) Clear the DTCs.

Powertrain > Stop and Start > Clear DTCs

(e) Start the engine and warm it up.

(f) Drive the vehicle at 7 km/h (4 mph) or more.

CAUTION:

When performing Confirmation Driving Pattern, obey all speed limits and traffic laws.

(g) Depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle.

(h) Keep the engine stopped by stop and start control for 1 second or more. (Keep the shift lever in D.)

(i) Release the brake pedal with the shift lever in D to start the engine.

(j) Check that DTCs are not output.

Powertrain > Stop and Start > Trouble Codes

STOP AND START SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK

HINT:

  • If the cable is disconnected from the battery terminal, stop and start control is prohibited until refresh charge is completed.

    In this case, let the vehicle idle to complete the refresh charge. The refresh charge is complete when the Data List item "Status of Battery Charge Control" changes from "Refresh Charge Mode". (Usually, idling the engine for 5 to 60 minutes with the battery fluid temperature at 11°C (51°F) or higher, the refresh charge will be completed.)

  • If the Techstream is not available and the Data List item "Status of Battery Charge Control" cannot be checked, charge the battery by idling the engine for approximately 5 to 60 minutes or driving the vehicle, and then drive the vehicle and check that stop and start control operates.

    If the engine is started with the hood open, the system determines that a jump start has occurred. Therefore, make sure that the hood is closed before starting the engine and driving the vehicle.

  • After the refresh charge completes, turn the ignition switch off, wait for at least 30 seconds, and then start the engine again. If the vehicle enters refresh charge mode again while the engine is idling, the initial refresh charge did not properly complete, so wait for the refresh charge to complete.

(a) Start the engine and warm it up.

(b) Turn the air conditioning system off.

(c) Drive the vehicle at 7 km/h (4 mph) or more.

CAUTION:

When performing Confirmation Driving Pattern, obey all speed limits and traffic laws.

(d) Depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle.

(e) Allow the engine to stop by stop and start control. (Keep the shift lever in D.)

(f) Release the brake pedal with the shift lever in D to start the engine.

WIRING DIAGRAM

w/ Smart Key System

w/o Smart Key System

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Before replacing the engine stop and start ECU, read the number of starter operations and write it into a new engine stop and start ECU.

    Click here 2020 - 2021 MY RAV4 [10/2019 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

  • After replacing the engine stop and start ECU or air conditioning amplifier assembly, reset and perform learning of the air conditioning information in the engine stop and start ECU.

    Click here 2020 - 2021 MY RAV4 [10/2019 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

  • After replacing the engine stop and start ECU or airbag ECU assembly, clear and calibrate the deceleration sensor zero point in the engine stop and start ECU.

    Click here 2020 - 2021 MY RAV4 [10/2019 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

  • When the engine stop and start ECU or oil pump with solenoid assembly is replaced, check the oil pump with solenoid assembly.

    Click here 2020 - 2021 MY RAV4 [10/2019 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

  • Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.

HINT:

  • Using the Techstream, read the freeze frame data before troubleshooting. System condition information is recorded as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. This information can be useful when troubleshooting.

    Click here 2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: FREEZE FRAME DATA

  • DTCs for the stop and start system are not cleared even if the malfunction has been repaired. After repairing the malfunction, be sure to clear the DTCs.

    Click here 2019 - 2023 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2023]; STOP AND START: STOP AND START SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ENGINE STOP AND START ECU - BBC NO. 1 FUSE AND BBC NO. 2 FUSE)

(a) Disconnect the engine stop and start ECU connector.

(b) Remove the BBC NO. 1 fuse and BBC NO. 2 fuse from the No. 1 engine room relay block and No. 1 junction block assembly.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A33-1 (BIN2) - BBC NO. 2 fuse terminal 2

Always

Below 1 Ω

A33-3 (BIN1) - BBC NO. 1 fuse terminal 2

Always

Below 1 Ω

A33-1 (BIN2) or BBC NO. 2 fuse terminal 2 - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A33-3 (BIN1) or BBC NO. 1 fuse terminal 2 - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (ENGINE STOP AND START ECU - BBC NO. 1 FUSE OR BBC NO. 2 FUSE)

OK

2.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ENGINE STOP AND START ECU - ST NO. 1 RELAY AND ST NO. 2 RELAY)

(a) Disconnect the engine stop and start ECU connectors.

(b) Remove the ST NO. 1 relay and ST NO. 2 relay from the No. 1 engine room relay block and No. 1 junction block assembly.

(c) Disconnect the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector. (w/ Smart Key System)

(d) Disconnect the park/neutral position switch assembly connector.

(e) Disconnect the ECM connector.

(f) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A34-21 (STA) - 2 (ST NO. 1 relay)

Always

Below 1 Ω

A34-23 (STA2) - 2 (ST NO. 2 relay)

Always

Below 1 Ω

A34-21 (STA) or 2 (ST NO. 1 relay) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A34-23 (STA2) or 2 (ST NO. 2 relay) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A33-1 (BIN2) - A34-21 (STA)

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A33-3 (BIN1) - A34-21 (STA)

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A33-1 (BIN2) - A34-23 (STA2)

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A33-3 (BIN1) - A34-23 (STA2)

Always

10 kΩ or higher

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (ENGINE STOP AND START ECU - ST NO. 1 RELAY OR ST NO. 2 RELAY)

OK

3.

CHECK ENGINE STOP AND START ECU

*a

Component without harness connected

(Engine Stop and Start ECU)

-

-

(a) Disconnect the engine stop and start ECU connector.

(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A34-21 (STA) - A34-6 (DGND)

Always

10 kΩ or higher

A34-23 (STA2) - A34-6 (DGND)

Always

10 kΩ or higher

NG

REPLACE ENGINE STOP AND START ECU

OK

4.

INSPECT RELAY (ST NO. 1 RELAY AND ST NO. 2 RELAY)

(a) Inspect the ST NO. 1 relay.

Click here 2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]; A25A-FKS (STARTING): RELAY: INSPECTION+

(b) Inspect the ST NO. 2 relay.

Click here 2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]; A25A-FKS (STARTING): RELAY: INSPECTION+

OK

USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK

NG

REPLACE RELAY (ST NO. 1 RELAY OR ST NO. 2 RELAY)