Code P073, Intermittent Engine Coolant Temp Sensor Signal: Action

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Code P073 is set. No service message is given.

NOTE: Test number refers to number on diagnostic chart. Reference to CHART 3 refers to POWERTRAIN CHARTS.

Checks Code P073 snapshot value to determine if an intermittent high or low resistance caused code to set. An intermittent high resistance can be caused by an open in circuit No. 410 or 808. An intermittent low resistance can be caused by a short to ground in circuit No. 410.

Fig 1: Code P073 Schematic, Intermittent Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Signal

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Fig 2: Code P073 Diagnostic Flow Chart, Intermittent Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Signal

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