P1605 PCM Keep Alive Memory Test Error

Category
Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls
Severity
Check Engine Light
Applies to
F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger

What does P1605 mean on a Ford?

P1605PCM Keep Alive Memory Test Error. This Ford-enhanced code applies to F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger.

Common causes of P1605

How to fix P1605

  1. Load-test the battery and verify charging voltage
  2. Clear the code and see if it returns on a clean drive cycle
  3. Check PCM power and ground integrity
  4. Check for a PCM calibration update
  5. Replace the PCM if the error persists with good power