P0873
Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch C Circuit High
What it means
P0873 means Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch C Circuit High.
Where it lives
For P0873, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P0873 reports a fault at the sensor.
Check these first
- An open in the sensor C return wire
- A sensor C reading above the expected range
- A stuck line pressure regulator valve
- A backed out sensor C connector pin
What to do next
- Watch sensor C pressure on a scan tool
- Test the return wire for an open
- Wiggle test the sensor C connector
- Check the line pressure regulator valve
- Replace sensor C if the value stays high
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.