OBD Guide

U302C

Ignition Output Off/On/Start

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$6–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine won't start
  • Intermittent startup problems
  • Stalls while driving
  • Check engine light is flashing
  • Loss of engine power

Causes

  • Faulty ignition relay
  • Open or short circuit in the ignition circuit
  • Problems with the engine control unit
  • Oxidized contacts in the ignition circuit
  • Ignition switch malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the ignition relay
  2. Test the ignition circuit for opens and short circuits
  3. Inspect and clean the contacts in the ignition circuit
  4. Check the operation of the ignition switch
  5. If necessary, replace the engine control unit

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