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PowertrainP1790

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fault immediately after shift

30 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 30

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BMWP1790implausible signal or value BrandPowertrain
BYDP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
CheryP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1790Fault Immediately After Shift BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1790TP (Mechanical) Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1790Shift timing solenoid BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1790Transmission Range Display Signal: Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1790ST solenoidkrets BrandPowertrain
FiatP1790Fault immediately after shift BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
GMP1790TP (Mechanical) Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1790Transmission Self Learn Malfunction BrandPowertrain
HondaP1790No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1790No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1790No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1790Throttle position signal system range/performance BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1790No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1790No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
OpelP1790TP (Mechanical) Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1790Shift timing solenoid BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1790No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1790Druckregler H Kurzschluss nach Plus oder Unterbrechung BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1790Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
SaabP1790TP (Mechanical) Circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1790No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1790Fault immediately after shift 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.

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