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Information only. This page provides general educational information about fault code P1762. We do not assess the urgency or safety implications of any specific fault. That requires in-person diagnosis by a qualified mechanic. Full terms.

Recommended next steps

Whether a fault is urgent, drivable, or routine depends entirely on the cause on a specific vehicle, and that can only be determined by a qualified mechanic with diagnostic equipment. If a warning light is illuminated, the most reliable next step is professional diagnosis.

What does P1762 mean?

P1762 is a Powertrain (engine, transmission, fuel system) fault code. It indicates: Shift Solenoid C Short to Power.

Manufacturer-specific notes

Some manufacturers publish additional definitions or variations for this code. Always cross-check with your vehicle's own service documentation.

BMW Shift Solenoid C Short to Power
Cadillac Transmission Mode Switch Signal Message
Chevrolet Transmission Mode Switch Signal Circuit
Chrysler A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
Dodge A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
Ford A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
GMC Transmission Mode Switch Signal Circuit
Jeep A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
Lexus A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
MINI A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
Mazda Transmission SS3/SS4/OD Band Circuit Malfunction
RAM A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
Saab Transmission Mode Switch Signal Circuit
Toyota A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low
Vauxhall A/T Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Volts Too High/Low

About Gearbox codes

Gearbox (transmission) codes report faults from the transmission control module: solenoid issues, fluid pressure problems, slipping clutches on dual-clutch boxes, and torque converter faults. Many trigger limp mode that locks the gearbox into a single forward gear.

P1762 is one of 643 codes in this category. Browse all Gearbox codes →

What we know about P1762 specifically

We record the SAE J2012 standardised definition and the system this code belongs to, but we have not yet published detailed driver-reported symptoms, common causes, or step-by-step diagnostic guidance for P1762.

Rather than invent that information by generating generic content from a template, we leave it out. For specific guidance, the most reliable sources are:

  • your vehicle's own service manual or manufacturer-specific technical bulletins
  • a qualified mechanic with a manufacturer-level diagnostic tool
  • a marque specialist familiar with your make and model

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