OBD Guide

P1807

Transmission 4-Wheel Drive High Indicator Short Circuit To Ground

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • All wheel drive indicator does not work
  • False alarms of the all-wheel drive indicator
  • Problems with switching drive modes
  • The engine warning light is on

Causes

  • Short circuit in indicator circuit
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Four-wheel drive switch malfunction
  • Problems with the transmission control unit
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wires and connectors in the indicator circuit
  2. Check the circuit resistance to ground
  3. Test the functionality of the all-wheel drive switch
  4. Check the transmission control unit for errors
  5. If necessary, replace damaged circuit elements

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