PowertrainP173C

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Gear actuator position sender 3 implausible signal

15 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen 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

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
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 15

Brand	Code	Description	System
BYD	P173C	Clutch 2 solenoid valve short to ground Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
EOBD	P173C	2. käiguga vale suhe Brand	Powertrain
GM	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Holden	P173C	Transmission Range Control Module 5V Reference 1 Circuit Intermittent Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P173C	Reverse Input Switch Performance Brand	Powertrain
Land Rover	P173C	Clutch actuator position sensor - circuit high Brand	Powertrain
Nissan	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Opel	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Peugeot	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Porsche	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Proton	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Saab	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Subaru	P173C	No description available	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P173C	Gear actuator position sender 3 implausible signal 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 P173C and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P173C00	Over temperature error for TrbnByVlv Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P173C00	Over temperature error for TrbnByVlv Brand	Powertrain

6Related codes

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