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

2009 Ford Pickup F350 Super Duty, 2D Pickup, 6.8 Y, 4WD, StandardSECTION DTC P0685: - Electronic Control Module (ECM)/Powertrain Control Module (Pcm) Power Relay Control Circuit/Open
DTC P0685: - ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM)/POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) POWER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT/OPEN

Description:  The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors generator load from the generator/regulator in the form of frequency. The concern indicates the input is lower than the load should be in normal operation. The load input could be low when no generator output exists.
Possible Causes: 
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC.
RENDER: 1.0x

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