P073C - OBD II Trouble Code

Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P073C diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P073C code.

OBD II Fault Code

• OBD II P073C

OBD-II Code Transmission may not shift properly is defined as a Stuck in Gear 7

The automatic transmission matches the engine optimum power and torque characteristics to the driver's desired rate of acceleration and speed by auto-selecting different gear ratios or 'speeds' to power the wheels. If the Transmission gets stuck in Seventh Gear, code P073C will set.

Transmission may not shift properly Symptoms

• Increased fuel consumption
• Transmission may not shift properly

Common Problems That Trigger the P073C Code

• Internal transmission failure
• Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
• Transmission valve body solenoid failure
• Wiring issue