PowertrainP0733
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio
Key terms: SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions
1What it means in plain English
The transmission is not achieving the correct ratio in third gear, which usually means it is slipping in that gear.
2Common causes
- Low or dirty transmission fluid
- Worn clutch packs or brake bands
- Faulty shift solenoid
- Valve body fault
- Faulty speed sensor
3Can I drive?
If the transmission slips or flares in third gear, stop driving and have it checked. If it feels normal, drive gently to a workshop.
This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.
4Brand data 40
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0733 | Gear ratio-3rd gear Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| BMW | P0733 | EGS: Gear monitoring 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Chrysler | P0733 | 3rd gear Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0733 | 3rd gear ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0733 | 3 gear ratio failure Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0733 | Käik 3 vale suhe Brand | Powertrain |
| Fiat | P0733 | 3rd Gear Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0733 | Gear 3 Error Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Honda | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0733 | 3RD GR FNCTN Brand | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0733 | Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Mazda | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0733 | Gear 3 incorrect ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P0733 | A/T 3rd signal Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0733 | Gear 3 incorrect ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Renault | P0733 | 3RD GR Fnctn Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0733 | Gear Ratio Fault 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio SAE | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0733 | Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0733 | 3rd gear ratio Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P0733 | Gear 3: Incorrect Ratio Brand | Powertrain |
Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.
5Extended variant codes 2
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0733 and may be reported by some scan tools.
6Related codes
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