The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Tiptronic Switch Down circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.
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P1733 VAG - Tiptronic Switch Down Circuit Short To Ground
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1733
What P1733 means
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How to read P1733
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 P1733
What does P1733 mean?
Tiptronic Switch Down Circuit Short To Ground. The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Tiptronic Switch Down circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.
Is P1733 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1733 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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