P0616 — Starter Relay Circuit Low
Seen on: Heavy Truck
Starter Relay Circuit Low. Common causes: Starter relay circuit shorted to ground.
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How serious is it?
Serious. Power derate likely — plan to stop soon.
Most likely causes
- Starter relay circuit shorted to ground
- Wiring fault
- failed relay
First moves (roadside)
- Check relay signal wire for ground fault
- replace relay
FAQ
Starter Relay Circuit Low. Common causes: Starter relay circuit shorted to ground.
Serious — Power derate likely — plan to stop soon.
The most common cause is: Starter relay circuit shorted to ground. Other possibilities include Wiring fault; failed relay.
Power derate likely — plan to stop soon. When in doubt, get a qualified mobile diesel tech on the truck before continuing.
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General diagnostic guidance for diesel engines (Cummins, Detroit, PACCAR, Volvo, Mack and more). Not a substitute for a scan-tool diagnosis on your specific truck.