OBD Guide

P1721

Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Delays when switching to first gear
  • Slipping when starting
  • Deterioration in acceleration dynamics
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid
  • Worn friction discs or clutches
  • Input shaft speed sensor malfunction
  • Output shaft speed sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the hydraulic control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Conduct diagnostics of the input and output shaft speed sensors
  3. Check the condition of friction discs and clutches
  4. Diagnose the hydraulic control unit
  5. If necessary, replace worn transmission components

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