Malfunction Indicator Lamp Control Circuit Malfunction
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P0650 BUICK Possible Causes
- Faulty Malfunction Indicator Lamp Bulb
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp Bulb harness is open or shorted
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp Bulb circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
How do I fix code P0650 BUICK?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Cost of diagnosing the P0650 BUICK code
The cost of diagnosing the P0650 BUICK code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
When is the code detected
If the fault detection circuit senses a voltage other than what is expected, the fault line status will change causing the P0650 code will set.
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P0650 BUICK Description
A voltage is supplied directly to the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) controls the lamp by grounding the control circuit via an internal switch called a driver. The primary function of the driver is to supply the ground for the component being controlled. Each driver has a fault line which is monitored by the PCM. When the PCM is commanding a component ON, the voltage of the control circuit should be near 0 volts. When the PCM is commanding the control circuit to a component OFF, the voltage potential of the circuit should be near battery voltage.