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PowertrainP1721

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Gear 1 incorrect ratio

27 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BMWP1721implausible signal or value BrandPowertrain
BYDP1721Gear 5/7 sensor 2 short circuit to 5V BrandPowertrain
CheryP1721Wheel Speed Signal: Rear Left (G46): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1721Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1721Engine torque signal abnormal BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1721Vehicle speed sensor circuit failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1721GNS signal implausible fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1721Gyorsaságjel BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1721Wheel Speed Signal: Rear Left (G46): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
GMP1721Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1721GNS signal implausible fault BrandPowertrain
HondaP1721Park Pawl Unit IG1 SW No Signal BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP1721No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1721No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1721Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1721No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1721Intelligent Alternator Module Circuit BrandPowertrain
NissanP1721No description available Powertrain
PeroduaP1721Engine torque signal abnormal BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1721No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1721Getriebeübersetzung 1.Gang in M-Gasse fehlerhaft BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1721No description available Powertrain
SaabP1721Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1721DCCD engine rpm signal system circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1721Neutral control circuit 1 malfunction BrandPowertrain
TataP1721No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1721Gear 1 incorrect ratio BrandPowertrain

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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1721 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP172100Fehlereintrag für Motorabwrgen wegen eines Fehlers im Stopp/Start-System BrandPowertrain
SprinterP172100Fehlereintrag für Motorabwürgen wegen eines Fehlers im Stopp/Start-System BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP172100Throttle signal error BrandPowertrain

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