Thursday, June 23, 2011

Dodge Ram 1500 Trouble code P2317, insufficient ionization.

Basic diagnostic procedures for Trouble Code P2317:

VEHICLE: 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck ST 4.7L, V8, MFI, SOHC, VIN N, Eng Desg -, Eng Version Power-Tech, 287 CID

MILEAGE: 108818

Trouble code P2317 for #6 coil, insufficient ionization.

Tests:
1. Inspect the spark plugs for correct application, there should be platinum spark plugs installed. Inspect the spark plugs for any signs of misfiring, such as carbon tracking on the spark plug insulator or the coil boot. Inspect for cracked spark plugs or incorrect gap. Inspect for any kind of fouling on the spark plugs. Replace the spark plugs or the coils as needed.
2. Verify the wiring is not shorted to ground from the coils to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). If the wiring is OK then the problem is a bad PCM. Be aware that this PCM comes blank and needs to be flashed for it to run after replacement.

Potential Causes:
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Coils
Wiring

Confirmed Fix: Replaced Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Dodge Ram 1500 Trouble code P2317, insufficient ionization.

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