What does code P1704 mean?

Q: What does code P1704 mean?

Kick Down Switch Malfunction. P1704 on Volkswagen vehicles means the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an implausible or missing signal from the kick-down switch, which is the sensor that tells the computer you have pressed the accelerator pedal fully past its normal travel. The TCM uses this switch to trigger a forced downshift for maximum acceleration, and when the signal is absent or stuck it logs the fault and may disable the kick-down function.

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P1704 · VolkswagenKick Down Switch Malfunction

P1704 on Volkswagen vehicles means the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an implausible or missing signal from the kick-down switch, which is the sensor that tells the computer you have pressed the accelerator pedal fully past its normal travel. The TCM uses this switch to trigger a forced downshift for maximum acceleration, and when the signal is absent or stuck it logs the fault and may disable the kick-down function.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeVolkswagen specific

SeverityLow

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaTransmission

Guidance is general and written for Volkswagen vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.