Circuit Test R - Code 51, Diagnostic Monitor Internal Thermal Fuse Open: Notes

1992 Ford Crown Victoria Touring, AOD-ESECTION Notes
CAUTION: NEVER replace diagnostic monitor without first determining cause for Code 51 condition. If short to ground is not properly serviced, short may reoccur, once again destroying the thermal fuse in the diagnostic monitor.
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