WARNING: To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately 300 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and modules. The high-voltage cables and wiring are identified by orange harness tape or orange wire covering. All high-voltage components are marked with high-voltage warning labels with a high-voltage symbol. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the informational powertrain control module (PCM) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

Informational DTCs are the result of a limited operating strategy (LOS) or a failure mode effects management (FMEM) operating strategy that maintains limited vehicle function in the event of a PCM, harness, or component concern.

Circuit DTCs can be accompanied by the informational DTCs, and should be diagnosed first.

Informational DTCs without circuit DTCs may or may not indicate the actual concern and should be diagnosed as a symptom.

Fig 1: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Harness Side

Circuit	Pin
PCMRC (PCM Relay Control)	B1
VPWR (Vehicle Power)	B11
VPWR (Vehicle Power)	B12

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.

Safety Warning

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