EV Diagnostics
Source-backed diagnostic reference

P1837 EV diagnostic code

Kick-Down Switch Failed Short

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Reference definitions

  • BUICK: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source
  • CADILLAC: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source
  • CHEVY: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source
  • GM: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source
  • GMC: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source
  • OLDSMOBILE: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source
  • OTHER: Transmission Transfer Case Rear Shaft Speed Sensor Circuit Failure Source
  • SATURN: Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Source

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