The control module detected the fault condition "gear changing control" for the ECU fault. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
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P1701 PSA - ECU fault : Fault : gear changing control
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for PSA. All interpretations of P1701
What P1701 means
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How to read P1701
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1701
What does P1701 mean?
ECU fault : Fault : gear changing control. The control module detected the fault condition "gear changing control" for the ECU fault. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
Is P1701 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1701 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: PSA. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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