The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Transmission Temperature circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
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P1909 Ford - Transmission Temperature Sensor Circuit Open or Shorted to Power Or Ground
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Ford. All interpretations of P1909
What P1909 means
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How to read P1909
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1909
What does P1909 mean?
Transmission Temperature Sensor Circuit Open or Shorted to Power Or Ground. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Transmission Temperature circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
Is P1909 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1909 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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