Code 44 - Right Front Impact Sensor Not Mounted To Vehicle Properly: Description

1991 Mercury Tracer Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Description
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Diagnostic monitor measures resistance between terminals No. 20 and 3. If resistance varies more than 2 ohms between terminals, Code 44 will set. Impact sensor is grounded to vehicle through sensor case.

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