The control module detected improper operation of the Transmission Transfer Case Clockwise Shift Relay Coil circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
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P1820 Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations)
5 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 5 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.
Ford
1 interpretation
Hyundai
1 interpretationThe control module detected a fault associated with the Pump for 4WD Motor High Overcurrent 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 Hyundai.
Mitsubishi
1 interpretationThe control module detected that the Shift Fork Position Sensor 1 System voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.
Nissan
1 interpretationThe control module detected a fault associated with the Engine Speed Signal circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.
VAG
1 interpretationThe control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Pressure Control Valve 2 (N216) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18228. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Possible causes
- Wiring from/to Pressure Control Valve 2 (N216) Short to Plus
- Pressure Control Valve 2 (N216) faulty
Recommended checks
- Check Wiring from/to Pressure Control Valve 2 (N216)
- Check Pressure Control Valve 2 (N216)
- Check Measuring Blocks
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How to read P1820
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 P1820
What does P1820 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Transmission Transfer Case Clockwise Shift Relay Coil circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
Is P1820 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1820 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Nissan, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1820 at file level?
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