OBD Guide

P1701

Transmission Control Module Power Supply

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$1–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The car goes into emergency gearbox mode
  • Inability to change gears
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Loss of engine power
  • Unstable automatic transmission operation

Causes

  • Blown TCM power circuit fuse
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Oxidation of module connector contacts
  • Power relay fault
  • Control module ground problems

How to Fix

  1. Check and replace TCM power circuit fuses
  2. Inspect and repair damaged wiring
  3. Clean the control module connector contacts
  4. Check the operation of the power relay
  5. Check the quality of the ground connection

Related codes

Error P1701 by Vehicle Brand