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Engines shuts off when I shift into gear

Tiny
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I have replaced the trans-axle solenoid body and it still shuts off. What would be next?
Sunday, July 29th, 2018 AT 2:15 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Does the engine shut off? If so lets run the codes to see what come up which will lead us to the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken

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Tuesday, July 31st, 2018 AT 12:45 PM
Tiny
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Got the encoder reading it is P068A. All fuses are good and all connections are tightly fastened in ECM circuit and harness.
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Sunday, August 5th, 2018 AT 5:55 PM
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This code of for the PCM power relay. It sounds like it is bad but to be sure lets run down this guide to test the relay the location is below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, August 6th, 2018 AT 9:32 AM

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