PCM DTC Chart

2016 Lincoln MKZ Base, 2.0L Eng VIN 9, AWDSECTION PCM DTC Chart
DTC Description Action
P0512 Starter Request Circuit - Circuit has Power With the Ignition in the OFF Position PERFORM the Ignition Switch Component Test. Refer to Component Testing for schematic and connector information. testing. If necessary, INSTALL a new ignition switch. If the ignition switch passed the component test, REPAIR circuit CDC35 (BU/WH) for a short to power.
P0616 Starter Relay "A" Circuit Low GO to Pinpoint Test C 
P0617 Starter Relay "A" Circuit High GO to Pinpoint Test C 
P06E9 Engine Starter Performance If the engine cranks, Refer to Engine Controls - Introduction (Except Diesel & Hybrid) . If the engine does not crank, GO to Pinpoint Test A 
P0706 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance REFER to: Automatic Transmission .
P0707 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit Low REFER to: Automatic Transmission .
P0708 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit High REFER to: Automatic Transmission .
P1594 Forced engine shutdown - remote start system fault, No unattended vehicle timeout GO to Pinpoint Test F 
P1595 Forced engine shutdown - Remote Start System Fault, Transmission not in Park GO to Pinpoint Test G 
P162F Starter Motor Disabled - Engine Crank Time Too Long Refer to Engine Controls - Introduction (Except Diesel & Hybrid) .
P2533 Ignition Switch Run/Start Position Circuit GO to Pinpoint Test E 
P2534 Ignition Switch Run/Start Position Circuit Low GO to Pinpoint Test E 
P2535 Ignition Switch Run/Start Position Circuit High GO to Pinpoint Test E 
PCM DTCs PCM DTCs not listed in this chart Refer to Engine Controls - Introduction (Except Diesel & Hybrid) .
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