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PowertrainP171F

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Park Pawl System Stack Malfunction after Learning Mode

12 brands affected · Description from Honda data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP171FGear 5/7 sensor 1 short circuit to 5V BrandPowertrain
DaewooP171FNo description available Powertrain
EOBDP171FSignalform/vÄgformsfel BrandPowertrain
GMP171FNo description available Powertrain
HoldenP171FNo description available Powertrain
HondaP171FPark Pawl System Stack Malfunction after Learning Mode BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP171FShift Fork C Stuck_ Movement On Shift Fork D BrandPowertrain
NissanP171FNo description available Powertrain
OpelP171FNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP171FNo description available Powertrain
ProtonP171FNo description available Powertrain
SaabP171FNo description available 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 P171F and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP171F00Offset Min error detection based on the NOx Offset value BrandPowertrain
SprinterP171F00Offset Min error detection based on the NOx Offset value BrandPowertrain

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