PowertrainP0650
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions
1What it means in plain English
The engine computer or one of its output circuits has a fault.
2Common causes
- Engine control module fault
- Power or ground connection problem
- Low battery or charging voltage
- Wiring short or open circuit
- Software or memory fault
3Can I drive?
If the engine runs normally, drive carefully to a workshop for diagnosis. If it runs badly, stalls, or will not restart, have the car towed.
This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.
4Brand data 36
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0650 | MIL Light Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| BMW | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0650 | MIL light fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0650 | MIL Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0650 | MIL voltage low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0650 | CAN+ failure Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0650 | fault indicator circuit fault Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0650 | MIL Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0650 | MIL-ohjauspiiri/auki Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0650 | MIL Output Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp(MIL) Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0650 | MIL Light Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Mazda | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0650 | MIL control circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp(MIL) Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0650 | MIL control circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0650 | Warnleuchte (MIL) Steuerkreis Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0650 | MIL - Circuit Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit SAE | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0650 | Diag Warn lamp short-CRT Brand | Powertrain |
| SWM Motor | P0650 | MIL light fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0650 | MI Lamp Fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0650 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) fault Brand | Powertrain |
Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.
5Extended variant codes 4
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0650 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai | P065000 | is set when 1)excessive current is detected in engine check lamp control circuit for more than 4.5 sec. at engine check lamp ON condition or 2)like open or short to ground, no current is detected. This code is due to open in control circuit or opened filament of lamp component Brand | Powertrain |
| SsangYong | P065000 | Malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) control circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| SsangYong | P065001 | Engine check warning lamp - short circuit to B+ Brand | Powertrain |
| SsangYong | P065002 | Engine check warning lamp - open or short circuit to ground Brand | Powertrain |
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