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P1738

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

Reference meaning

What does this code mean?

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A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.

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Manufacturer communications

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Original wording in English

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05-001-25a ↗

MAZDA

Some customers may see the A/T warning light on during (or immediately after) engine start-up with DTCs P073D:00-TCM / P1738:00-TCM stored. P073D:00-TCM: Turbine/input shaft speed sensor: Sensor output range malfunction P1738:00-TCM: Automatic transaxle internal malfunction This concern is caused by improper TCM logic. To elimin…

05-002-23 ↗

MAZDA

Some vehicles may experience the check engine light and automatic transaxle warning light ON with one or more of these DTCs stored in the TCM memory (P0842, P0847, P0872, P0877, P0780, P1738).

MAZDA

Some vehicles may experience the check engine light and automatic transaxle warning light ON with one or more of these DTCs stored in the TCM memory (P0842, P0847, P0872, P0877, P0780, P1738). P0842:00 - Oil pressure switch No. 1 (oil pressure switch B) stuck on, P0847:00 - Oil pressure switch No. 2 (oil pressure switch A) stuck…

MAZDA

Some vehicles may experience the check engine light and automatic transaxle warning light ON with one or more of these DTCs stored in the TCM memory (P0842, P0847, P0872, P0877, P0780, P1738). This is caused by the oil pressure switch A and/or B at the control valve body temporarily or permanently getting stuck due to contaminat…

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A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.

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MakeModelModel year
MazdaCX-3 ↗2021
MazdaCX-3 ↗2020
MazdaCX-3 ↗2019
MazdaCX-3 ↗2018
MazdaCX-3 ↗2017
MazdaCX-3 ↗2016
MazdaCX-3 ↗2014
MazdaCX-30 ↗2025

Code meaning and manufacturer information

Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.

Shift Time Error

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A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.