Starter Motor Request (SMR) Circuit

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Starter Motor Request (SMR) Circuit

The SMR circuit provides the PCM with a signal from the ignition switch to the PCM. The input is pulled high when the key is in START position and the transmission range sensor ignition lockout circuit allows the starter to engage.

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