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P1761 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

8 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 8 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainTransmissionOBD2

BMW

1 interpretation
P1761
Shift Solenoid Malfunction BMW · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Shift Solenoid. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Ford

1 interpretation
P1761
Shift Solenoid 3 Performance Conditions Ford · transmission Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Shift Solenoid 3 Performance Conditions circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Hyundai

1 interpretation
P1761
Control Module - KAM Hyundai · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Control Module - KAM circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.

Jaguar

1 interpretation
P1761
Shift Solenoid 3 Performance Conditions Jaguar · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Shift Solenoid 3 Performance Conditions circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jaguar.

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1761
Shift solenoid (SS) 3 - defective Land Rover · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module's internal test reported the Shift solenoid (SS) 3 as faulty. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • SS
  • ECMfTCM

Porsche

1 interpretation
P1761
Shiftlock P/N Porsche · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Shiftlock P/N circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Porsche.

PSA

1 interpretation
P1761
Pressure modulation solenoid valve output fault : Open circuit PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Pressure modulation solenoid valve output fault circuit. Documented for the AL4 automatic gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot AL4 automatic gearbox ECU

VAG

1 interpretation
P1761
Shift Lock Short To Ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Shift Lock circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1761

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

761

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1761

What does P1761 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Shift Solenoid. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1761 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1761 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche, PSA, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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