Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

P1610






Circuit Description

This diagnostic test checks for the loss of or invalid Platform Zone Module (PZM) or body control module) serial data to the PCM. When such a condition exists for 11 seconds DTC P1610 is set.

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTC P0322 is not set.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

^ Ignition switch ON for 5 seconds and PCM not receiving PZM data.
OR
^ PCM unable to communicate with the PZM for at least 11 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

^ The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
^ No message will be displayed.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

^ A History DTC will clear after forty consecutive warm-up cycles with no failures of any non-emission related diagnostic test.
^ A Last Test Failed (current) DTC will clear when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
^ Use a scan tool to clear DTCs.
^ Interrupting PCM battery voltage may or may not clear DTCs. This practice is not recommended.