C0916 Mercury Roadster OBD Code

OBD/2 C0916 error code description and symptoms.

The Transmission Range Sensor (also referred to as the PRNDL input an/or neutral safety switch) tells the transmission control module (TCM) an the engine control module (PCM) that the transmission is in park, reverse, neutral, drive, low, 2nd, 3rd etc. It is attached directly to the manual valve of transmission, so when the shift lever is moved from park to drive, the Transmission Range Sensor communicates this critical information to the above mentioned vehicle control module systems.

A good starting point in your diagnosis is checking all system fuses and fusible links. This can be done using the DVOM on the voltage setting. You will want to test the fuses with circuits loaded. Some fuses will appear normal until a load is placed on their respective circuit; at which point they will fail. This has been the cause of many 'phantom malfunctions'. Consult your vehicle information source for fuse and fusible link locations. If all fuses are in working order, you may want to check TCM relay operation by swapping identical relays. Usually the horn relay, starter relay, fuel pump relay, air conditioning clutch relay, and controller relays are similar enough in design to swap for diagnostic purposes.

C0916 Mercury Roadster Error Code Repair Process :

If your prndl switch circuit failure check engine light is illuminated, it's best to take it in for diagnostic testing, which can feel like a hassle. Because while the lights vary in appearance from vehicle to vehicle, all have the same basic meaning: There's a problem with the car's emissions system. The on-board diagnostics system C0916 and engine control unit are in charge of monitoring a bunch of different prndl switch circuit failure, and if they get a reading that's a little out of whack, up pops the check engine light.

Common Causes of Mercury Roadster C0916 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code C0916 is the failure of PRNDL Switch Circuit Failure, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
Camshaft advance mechanism binding (VCT unit)
1Camshaft Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
Continuous oil flow to the VCT piston chamber

C0916 is a kind of Chassis Trouble Code

Diagnosing chassis noises can be one of the most frustrating problems technicians face. Fortunately, manufacturers have engineered noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) diagnostic techniques and equipment to find the source of the noise.

Engine OBD 2 Codes website is a freeware resource center for engine trouble codes.

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C0916 Mercury Roadster OBD Code

C0916 Mercury Roadster Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Mercury Roadster C0916 OBD2 Code

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