The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
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P1829 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 that the Clutch Torque Tolerance value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.
Mitsubishi
1 interpretationThe control module judged the Shift Fork Position Sensor 2 System Poor behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.
PSA
1 interpretationThe control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Fault on the starting inhibiting control output (Start-lock) circuit. Documented for the AM6/AT6 automatic gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
VAG
1 interpretationThe control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218): Open/ circuit. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18237. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Possible causes
- Wiring from/to Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218) Open/Short to Ground
- Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218) faulty
Recommended checks
- Check Wiring from/to Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218)
- Check Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218)
- Check Measuring Blocks
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How to read P1829
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 P1829
What does P1829 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
Is P1829 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1829 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, PSA, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1829 at file level?
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