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PowertrainP1918

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Transmission Range Display Circuit Malfunction

19 brands affected · Description from GM 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 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1918No description available Powertrain
CheryP1918Phase current overcurrent BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1918Transmission Range Display Circuit Malfunction BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1918Cell voltage difference fault: level 2 BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1918Gearbox end stop shift drum #1 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1918Load Signal from Alternator Term. DF: Open or Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
GMP1918Transmission Range Display Circuit Malfunction BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1918Variable Valve Lift (VVL) control motor driver stage supply voltage too high BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1918Internal Mode Switch Indicates Drive Without Drive Ratio Detected BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP1918No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1918Sensor Ground Reference B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1918No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1918No description available Powertrain
OpelP1918Transmission Range Display Circuit Malfunction BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1918No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1918Gearbox end stop shift drum#1 BrandPowertrain
SaabP1918Transmission Range Display Circuit Malfunction BrandPowertrain
SmartP1918No description available Powertrain
TataP1918No 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 P1918 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP191800Over temperature error for H-bridge BrandPowertrain
SprinterP191800Over temperature error for H-bridge BrandPowertrain

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