OBD Guide

P1799

Hold Switch Circuit Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hold function does not work
  • Transmission does not shift properly
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • The car may go into emergency gearbox mode

Causes

  • Hold switch malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in switch circuit
  • Poor contact in wiring connectors
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
  • Chain ground problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the status of the Hold switch
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors in the switch circuit
  3. Check voltage and resistance in the circuit
  4. Check the operation of the transmission control unit
  5. If necessary, replace the switch or repair the wiring

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