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P0686 - ECM/Pcm Power Relay Control Circuit Low

DTC DESCRIPTION P0686 - ECM/PCM POWER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT LOW

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.
Possible Causes: 
  • PCMRC circuit short to ground
  • Damaged PCM
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.