P0173 Trouble Code

View P0173 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. P0173 engine photo

The issue covered by the bulletin involves a power steering noise/whine or fluid leak from the power steering pump, gear or high pressure side power steering hose during extreme low outdoor temperature operation.

On some transmissions, such as automated manual transmissions or automatic transmissions with manual mode, the GSP switch lets the TCM know whether or not the driver has selected automatic or manual function. On manual transmissions, the GSP switch informs the TCM which gear the driver is selecting, and may function as a neutral safety switch, depending on system design. The TCM also uses the gate select position switch to monitor transmission operation. For example, if the driver selects manual mode and selects 3rd gear on an automatic transmission, the TCM may monitor speed sensors to detect clutch and brake slippage.

P0173 Error Code Repair Process :

For p0173 fuel trim malfunction bank 2 check engine light is perhaps the most troubling of lights because it could mean so many different things, from you didn't screw the gas cap on tightly enough to look out for pistons flying through the hood and into the stratosphere. The easiest way to find out what this light is telling you is to hook your vehicle up to a scan tool. P0173 error code diagnostic tool looks a little like an oversized calculator and plugs into a communication port inside the car. After you instruct it to perform the scan, it speaks p0173 fuel trim malfunction bank 2 with your car's computers to find out exactly what's prompting the light to turn on.

P0173 is a kind of Powertrain Trouble Code

Powertrain of a modern automobile, comprising engine (with exhaust system), transmission, drive shaft, suspension and the wheels. In a motor vehicle, the term powertrain or powerplant describes the main components that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air.

Common Causes of P0173

A common cause of code P0173 is the failure of P0173 Fuel Trim Malfunction Bank 2, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Exhaust gas leaks
Faulty spark plug (s)
Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection
Variable Camshaft Timing solenoid stuck open

P0173 code for all cars

You can view according P0173 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+P0173 Kia Sorento Ii

+P0173 Caterham Roadsport

+P0173 Pontiac Trans Am

+P0173 Proton Persona

+P0173 Mercedes C 180

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