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P1781 Diagnostic Trouble Code (12 interpretations)

12 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 12 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1781
Engine control module (ECM), torque reduction signal - out of range Chevrolet · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Engine control module (ECM), torque reduction value was outside the valid range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • TCM
  • ECM

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1781
Over Drive Pressure Switch Sense Circuit Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Over Drive Pressure Switch Sense circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1781
Over Drive Pressure Switch Sense Circuit Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Over Drive Pressure Switch Sense circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Ford

1 interpretation
P1781
4x4 Low Switch Out of Self - Test Range Conditions Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the 4x4 Low Switch Out of Self - Test Range 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.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • four wheel drive shift control module
  • 4x4L switch
  • ECM

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1781
Over Drive Pressure Switch Sense Circuit Jeep · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Over Drive Pressure Switch Sense circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1781
Transmission mode selection switch 4×4 - circuit out of self - test range Land Rover · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Transmission mode selection switch 4×4 - circuit out of self - test range circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • operator error
  • ECMfTCM

Lexus

1 interpretation
P1781
Shift Lever Switch Malfunction Lexus · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Shift Lever Switch. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Lexus.

Mercedes-Benz

1 interpretation
P1781
Upshift Delay Switchover Valve ATCC Y35 Mercedes-Benz · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Upshift Delay Switchover Valve ATCC Y35 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mercedes-Benz.

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1781
Transmission 4x4 Low Switch Out Of Range Fault Nissan · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Transmission 4x4 Low Switch value was outside the valid range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.

Opel

1 interpretation
P1781
CAN data bus, ECM actual torque signal - malfunction detected Opel · network Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the CAN data bus, ECM actual torque signal - malfunction detected circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Opel.

Toyota

1 interpretation
P1781
Shift lever switch - malfunction Toyota · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Shift lever switch. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • shift lever switch
  • ECM

VAG

1 interpretation
P1781
Engine Torque Reduction Open Short To Ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Engine Torque Reduction Open circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1781

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

781

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1781

What does P1781 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (12 interpretations). The control module detected that the Engine control module (ECM), torque reduction value was outside the valid range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1781 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1781 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Opel, Toyota, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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