Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2014 Ford Taurus SHOFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Starting System DTCS: Pcm
DTC INDEX
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| P0512 | Starter Request Circuit | CARRY OUT the IGNITION SWITCH COMPONENT TEST. Refer to OEM WIRING DIAGRAMS COMPONENT TESTING . If necessary, INSTALL a new ignition switch. REFER to STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES . If the ignition switch passed the component test, REPAIR circuit CDC35 (BU/WH) for a short to voltage. |
| P06E9 | Engine Starter Performance | If the engine cranks, REFER to ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) (SECTION 0) . If the engine does not crank, for vehicles without push button start, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . For vehicles with push button start, GO to PINPOINT TEST B . |
| P0706 | Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance | REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6F50/6F55 or REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 6F35 . |
| P0708 | Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit High | REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6F50/6F55 or REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 6F35 . |
| P1594 | Forced Engine Shutdown - Remote Start System Fault, No Unattended Vehicle Timeout | GO to PINPOINT TEST H . |
| P1595 | Forced Engine Shutdown - Remote Start System Fault, Transmission Range Not In Park Position | GO to PINPOINT TEST I . |
| P161A | Incorrect Response From Immobilizer Control Module | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS), WITHOUT INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) or REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS), WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS . |
| P1702 | Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Intermittent | REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6F50/6F55 or REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 6F35 . |
| P1705 | Transmission Range Circuit Not Indicating Park/Neutral During Self Test | REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6F50/6F55 or REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 6F35 . |
| P2535 | Ignition Switch Run/Start Position Circuit High | GO to PINPOINT TEST G . |
| All Other DTCs | - | REFER to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS . |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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