P1710
First Hold Switch Circuit Fault Stuck On
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)
Symptoms
- The car does not change gears automatically
- Transmission stuck in one gear
- Check Engine Light Is On
- Deterioration in acceleration dynamics
- Increased fuel consumption
Causes
- Gear Hold Switch Malfunction
- Short circuit in switch circuit
- Broken or damaged wiring
- Problems with the transmission control unit
- Corrosion of contacts in connectors
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the gear hold switch
- Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
- Measure the resistance of the switch circuit
- Check for short circuit in the circuit
- If necessary, replace the switch or repair the wiring