P1800
Transmission Clutch Interlock Safety Switch Circuit Failure
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–28 (est.)
Symptoms
- The engine does not start, even with the clutch depressed
- Gears change without pressing the clutch pedal
- Check Engine Light Is On
- Possible problems with gear shifting
- The car may go into emergency mode
Causes
- Clutch safety switch malfunction
- Open or short circuit in the circuit
- Poor contact in connectors
- Problems with the transmission control unit
- Mechanical damage to wiring
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the clutch safety switch
- Check the integrity of the circuit and wiring harness
- Clean connector contacts
- Check the operation of the transmission control unit
- Replace the safety switch if necessary