DTC P0723: Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Circuit Intermittent

2010 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.5 ASECTION DTC P0723: Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Circuit Intermittent
DTC P0723: OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSOR CIRCUIT INTERMITTENT

Description:  The OSS sensor signal to the powertrain control module (PCM) is irregular or interrupted.
Possible Causes: 
  • Harness connector not correctly seated
  • Harness intermittently short or open
  • Harness connector damaged
  • OSS sensor damaged, or not installed correctly
Diagnostic Aids:  Verify harness and connector integrity.
Verify correct installation of the OSS sensor.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
Manual Transmission - - GO to PINPOINT TEST DP .
Automatic Transmission Refer to the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index in the appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE article to continue diagnosis.
RENDER: 1.0x

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