DTC P0685: Electronic Control Module (ECM)/Powertrain Control Module (Pcm) Power Relay Control Circuit/Open

2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION DTC P0685: Electronic Control Module (ECM)/Powertrain Control Module (Pcm) Power Relay Control Circuit/Open
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P0685 - ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM)/POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) POWER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT/OPEN

Description:  This DTC sets when the ignition switch position run (ISP-R) circuit indicates the ignition is in the OFF, ACC, or LOCK position, and the amount of time the PCM remains powered through the PCM power relay exceeds a predetermined amount of time.
Possible Causes: 
  • PCMRC circuit open
  • PCMRC circuit short to voltage
  • PCM power relay
Diagnostic Aids:  Ability to communicate with the PCM when the ignition is in the OFF, ACC, or LOCK position indicates a hard fault.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
RENDER: 1.0x

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