Pinpoint Test B: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Power Relay: Introduction

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Introduction
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This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

  • harness circuits: B+, IGN START/RUN, INJPWRM, ISP-R, ISP-R/S, PCMRC and VPWR
  • PCM power relay (12A646)
  • PCM (12A650)
Fig 1: Fuel Injector Connector
G06054313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTOR PINS REFERENCE CHART

Pin Circuit
2 IGN START/RUN (Ignition START/RUN)
Fig 2: Powertrain Control Module Power (PCM Power) Relay Connector
G06054163Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
PCM RELAY CONNECTOR PINS REFERENCE CHART

Pin Circuit
5 VPWR (Vehicle Power)
2 PCMRC (PCM Relay Control)
1, 3 B+ (Battery Positive Voltage)
Fig 3: SJB_E Assembly Connector
G07432160Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
SJB_E ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR PINS REFERENCE CHART

Pin Circuit
9 ISP-R (Ignition Switch Position Run)
Fig 4: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector
G07432004Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
PCM CONNECTOR PINS REFERENCE CHART

Pin Circuit
B67, B68 VPWR (Vehicle Power)
B21 INJPWRM (Injector Power Monitor)
B39 ISP-R/S (Ignition Run/Start Input)
B38 PCMRC (PCM Relay Control)
B42 ISP-R (Ignition Switch Position Run)
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