Powertrain
generic / SAE
P071C
Transmission Mode Switch A Circuit High
Same as P071A with the signal shorted to supply. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / 1C
Possible causes
- Signal shorted to supply high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Supply wire pinched against B+ source low
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: easy
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–350 €
- Estimated time: 0.4–1.5 h
- Component: transmission mode switch a
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012