DTC P0182: Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION DTC P0182: Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input
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P0182 - FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT LOW INPUT

Description:  The comprehensive component monitor (CCM) monitors the fuel temperature sensor circuit to the powertrain control module (PCM) for low voltage. If voltage falls below a calibrated limit for a calibrated amount of time during testing, the test fails.
Possible Causes: 
  • Short in the harness.
  • VREF open or shorted.
  • Low ambient temperature operation.
  • Improper harness connection.
  • Damaged fuel temperature sensor.
  • Damaged PCM.
Diagnostic Aids:  Verify the FRT PID value to determine an open or short.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to Pinpoint Test DD .
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