Description

Short-circuit of kickdown input to ground

Effects on the driving operation

No kickdown active, hence no kickdown shifting points.

Possible causes

Short-circuit or low-resistance connection to ground.

Place of action

No description available.

Instruction

Check connector/cable.

Setting conditions of the event

No description available.

Testing conditions of the event

No description available.

Final function check

If the defective component cannot be clearly identified, you should try to reproduce the fault:

• Reinstall the component in the vehicle.
• Test function.

After the fault has been eliminated, the following steps have to be carried out:

• Conduct a test drive with function check.
• Read the fault memory
• Check transmission for leaks.
• Perform a final visual inspection.

These steps are necessary to ensure the entire vehicle functions correctly.

See also:

		Troubleshooting a short-circuit to ground
		Aftersales service index