OBD Guide

P071A

Transmission Mode Switch A Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable gear shifting
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • Inability to switch between modes
  • Incorrect display of the selected mode on the instrument panel

Causes

  • Malfunction of the automatic transmission mode switch
  • Open or short circuit in switch circuit
  • Oxidation of switch contacts
  • Problems with the transmission control module
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the status of the mode switch
  2. Diagnose the switch circuit for open/short circuit
  3. Clean contacts from oxidation
  4. Check connectors and wiring harness
  5. If necessary, replace the mode switch

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