C-10, C-12, C-15 and C-16 Industrial Engines – CID 0545 FMI 06 Ether Start Relay short to ground

Conditions Which Generate This Code:

The Electronic Control Module (ECM) detects all of the following conditions:

  • The ECM has detected an open or a short to ground at the output for the ether relay for at least two seconds.

  • The driver output is on.

  • Battery voltage is greater than 9 VDC for the last two seconds.

  • The ECM has been powered for at least three seconds.

System Response:

The ECM will log the diagnostic code. Ether injection is disabled.

  • Hard starting

Test Step 1. Perform the following diagnostic procedure: Ether Injection System – Test

Results:

  • OK – STOP