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VCFRONT_a279 — Refrig Liquid Temp Sns

Full alert identifier: VCFRONT_a279_refrigLiquidTempSns

Alert description

The refrigerant liquid temperature sensor has an electrical fault (disconnect, short, or internal). HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited.

Potential impact

HVAC and powertrain performance may be limited.

Set condition

The sensor reads a power rail or ground reference voltage.

Clear condition

The sensor no longer reads a power rail or ground reference voltage.

Signals to check

These diagnostic fields are associated with VCFRONT_a279. Check the alert's Alert Log in Service Mode Plus for available values.

Signal Unit
Sns Disconnect VCFRONT_a279_snsDisconnect —
Sns Rate Change Down VCFRONT_a279_snsRateChangeDown —
Sns Rate Change Up VCFRONT_a279_snsRateChangeUp —
Sns Short Circuit VCFRONT_a279_snsShortCircuit —

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