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P0873 Saturn Code - Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'C' Circuit High

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0873 Saturn?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'C'
  • Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'C' harness is open or shorted
  • Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'C' circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
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How to Fix the DTC P0873 Saturn?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0873 Saturn code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P0873 Saturn Code Mean?

The 4th clutch pressure switch is located in the hydraulic passage to the 4th clutch. When oil pressure is supplied to the 4th clutch, the switch is grounded, LOW. When oil pressure is not supplied, the switch is open, HI. The PCM receives the signal from the 4th clutch pressure switch to detect the fluid pressure status, in order to reduce the shift shock when shifting into 4th gear, from 3rd to 4th or 5th to 4th. If the 4th clutch pressure switch is ON when the gear ratio is not 4th gear, the PCM determines it is a fault and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0872 sets. DTC P0872 is a type C DTC. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will set if the 4th clutch pressure switch is ON when the transmission is in 5th gear for 2 seconds or greater.

P0873 Saturn Code - Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'C' Circuit High

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