P1433 A/C Refrigerant Temperature Circuit Low
What does P1433 mean on a Ford?
P1433 — A/C Refrigerant Temperature Circuit Low. This Ford-enhanced code applies to F-150, Explorer, Taurus with refrigerant temp sensing.
Common causes of P1433
- Shorted refrigerant temperature sensor
- Signal wire shorted to ground
- Failed sensor stuck low
- Connector contamination
- PCM reference fault
How to fix P1433
- Inspect sensor wiring for shorts
- Disconnect and watch for a reading change
- Test sensor resistance
- Clean the connector
- Replace the sensor if out of range