What does code P1733 mean?

Q: What does code P1733 mean?

Tiptronic Switch Down Circuit Short To Ground. P1733 on Volkswagen vehicles means the Transmission Control Module (TCM) has detected a short to ground on the Tiptronic downshift switch circuit. The TCM monitors the voltage on the signal wire from the manual gate downshift switch and sees it pulled to ground when the switch is not commanded, indicating a wiring fault or failed switch.

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P1733 · VolkswagenTiptronic Switch Down Circuit Short To Ground

P1733 on Volkswagen vehicles means the Transmission Control Module (TCM) has detected a short to ground on the Tiptronic downshift switch circuit. The TCM monitors the voltage on the signal wire from the manual gate downshift switch and sees it pulled to ground when the switch is not commanded, indicating a wiring fault or failed switch.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeVolkswagen specific

SeverityMedium

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.