Engine Electrical

DTC P0563

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.



DTC Descriptor
DTC P0563
- System Voltage High




Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The engine control module (ECM) monitors the system voltage to ensure that the voltage stays within the proper range. Damage to components, and incorrect data may occur when the voltage is out of range.


Conditions for Running the DTC

* The vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph).
* The system voltage is between 9.5-18 volts.



Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ECM detects a system voltage above 16 volts for 1 second.


Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The ECM will command the charge indicator to be illuminated on the instrument panel cluster (IPC).
* The ECM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
* The ECM will store conditions, which were present when the DTC set as Fail Records data only.



Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The ECM will command the indicator OFF after one trip in which the diagnostic test has been run and passed.
* A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.



Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Starting and Charging Schematics ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams)

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)


Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)


Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information


Diagnostic Aids

* This DTC could be set by overcharging with a battery charger or jump starting.
* A high voltage DTC in multiple modules indicates a concern in the charging system.



Circuit/System Verification

1. Ignition ON. Measure and record the voltage at the battery terminals. Verify that the battery voltage is 11-15 volts. Repeat with the engine running.

• If the battery voltage is not within the specified range, go to Charging System Test (Charging System Test) .

2. Engine running. Observe the scan tool Ignition 1 Signal parameter in the ECM data list. Verify that the scan tool displays a value that is within 2 volts of the battery voltage recorded in step 1.

• If the scan tool parameter is not within the specified range, replace the ECM.

3. Go to Diagnostic Aids.



Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.


Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for ECM replacement, setup, and programming