Pinpoint Test D: No Power In Start
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Sable, 2009 Ford Taurus X, and 2009 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Use the Flex Probe Kit for all test connections to prevent damage to the wiring terminals. Do not use standard multi-meter probes.
- D1 CHECK CIRCUIT CDC35 (BU/WH) FOR AN OPEN
- Key in OFF position.
- Disconnect: OTIS Diode
- Disconnect: PCM C175b
- Disconnect: Ignition Switch C250
- Measure the resistance between ignition switch C250-7, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and:
- OTIS diode, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), input side.
- PCM C175b-9, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side.
- Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
- YES : Go to D2.
- NO : REPAIR circuit CDC35 (BU/WH). TEST the system for normal operation.
- D2 ISOLATE THE IGNITION SWITCH
- Key in START position.
- Measure the resistance between ignition switch C250 pin-4, component side and ignition switch C250 pin-7, component side.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
- YES : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. TEST the system for normal operation.
- NO : INSTALL a new ignition switch. REFER to Ignition Switch . TEST the system for normal operation.