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If PM_PWRBTN_L stays high, the problem may be SMC related.
SMC_ONOFF_L stays high normally?
Did you test the board alone on the desk?
What about SMC bypass?
I'm lost now; when did you mention short on 0V9_SSD0?
Diode mode readings -> ALWAYS with red probe on ground!
Very rare we need to use it in reverse way...
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