P1853
Transfer Case Contact Plate 'B' Short Circuit To Ground
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light Is On
- Incorrect operation of the all-wheel drive system
- The car may go into emergency mode
- Possible problems with switching drive modes
- Reduced vehicle dynamics
Causes
- Damage to transfer case wiring harness
- Short circuit in contact plate
- Contact corrosion
- Transfer case control module malfunction
- Damage to wire insulation
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the transfer case wiring harness
- Inspect the contact plate for damage
- Check resistance and continuity
- Replace damaged components
- Reset the error code and check the system