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J20 - Does Engine Start




Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 543 indicates a fuel pump secondary circuit failure between the B(+) supply and the Fuel Pump Monitor (FPM) connection to the power-to-pump circuit.

Possible causes:

No Start:

- Open circuit between the B(+) supply and the FPM connection to the power-to-pump circuit.

- Fuel pump relay contacts always open.

Engine Starts:

- Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) short to power (dual HO2S applications).

- Damaged Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

- Does the engine start?

Yes -- For dual HO2S applications: Go to J25. J25 - Check Left/Front Heated Oxygen Sensor or Short to Power

All others: Replace PCM. Rerun quick test. Quick Test Appendix (Detailed Testing Instructions)

No -- Go to J21. J21 - Check For B(+) to Fuel Pump Relay