Code 68, A/C Relay Circuit Shorted: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When PCM detects A/C has been requested, PCM will activate A/C clutch relay. When relay is activated, voltage should be present at both A/C compressor clutch and A/C clutch status terminal at PCM. If PCM detects voltage on A/C status line when A/C has not been commanded on, Code 68 will set. A short to voltage anywhere on A/C status line, or stuck relay contacts, will set Code 68. When Code 68 is set, PCM does not turn on SERVICE ENGINE SOON light.
NOTE:
Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
- A/C must be off while performing test.
- This step will isolate ignition feed portion of circuit from clutch circuit.
- If Code 68 reappears at this step, PCM is internally shorted to voltage.