Monitor Description
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This DTC indicates an open or short in the shift solenoid valve SL1 circuit. The ECM commands gear shifts by turning the shift solenoid valves "ON/OFF". When there is an open or short circuit in any shift solenoid valve circuit, the ECM detects the problem, illuminates the MIL and stores this DTC. The ECM performs the fail-safe function and turns the other normal shift solenoid valves "ON/OFF". (In case of an open or short circuit, the ECM stops sending current to the circuit.)
While driving and shifting between 4th and 5th gear, if the ECM detects an open or short in the shift solenoid valve SL1 circuit, the ECM determines there is a malfunction.