What does code P1795 mean?

Q: What does code P1795 mean?

Vehicle Speed Signal Circuit Open. P1795 on Volkswagen vehicles indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an open circuit in the vehicle speed signal wire. This means the TCM is not receiving a valid speed reading from the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) or the anti-lock brake (ABS) module, which can affect shift timing and torque converter lockup.

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P1795 · VolkswagenVehicle Speed Signal Circuit Open

P1795 on Volkswagen vehicles indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an open circuit in the vehicle speed signal wire. This means the TCM is not receiving a valid speed reading from the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) or the anti-lock brake (ABS) module, which can affect shift timing and torque converter lockup.

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.