OBD Guide

P1710

First Hold Switch Circuit Fault Stuck On

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can 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

  1. Check the condition of the gear hold switch
  2. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  3. Measure the resistance of the switch circuit
  4. Check for short circuit in the circuit
  5. If necessary, replace the switch or repair the wiring

Related codes

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