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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 6 (ENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID))DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONSDTC P0685 - ECM/PCM POWER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT/OPEN
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD
DTC P0685 - ECM/Pcm Power Relay Control Circuit/Open
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION DTC P0685 - ECM/Pcm Power Relay Control Circuit/Open
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P0685 - ECM/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. | ||
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| 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 . | ||
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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.