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(Message started by: waders on Nov 9^th, 2004, 9:40pm)

Title: P1761 fault code.
Post by waders on Nov 9^th, 2004, 9:40pm

I have been experiencing gearbox problems along with a flashing OD light on my 2L auto. I have cleaned the MAF, but to no avail. The car will not change from 2nd to 3rd gear unless I back off the throttle and let the revs drop to around 2,500. I was given an error code by a Crypton tuner (HO2 sensor gone) of P1761. Can anyone tell me if this code really means my gearbox needs an overhaul, can I just change the number 3 solenoid or should I still try the MAF?
Thanks
Barry ???

Title: Re: P1761 fault code.
Post by Eric_R on Nov 15^th, 2004, 12:48am

Waders,
Clean the MAF anyway, because it improves mpg and smooths the gearbox changes, but I don't think it is responsible for the DTC you mention. The dirty MAF normally produces the P0733 Incorrect ratio error - not the same thing at all.

P1761 means that the solenoid is not performing properly. It is either not operating or is jammed on. Yes, a gearbox specialist would be able to change the solenoid itself from outside the autobox. Ring round for some quotes.

Title: Re: P1761 fault code.
Post by waders on Nov 15^th, 2004, 5:44pm

Thanks Eric,
Phoned around a load of gearbox specialists, going in tomorrow to have the number 3 solenoid changed. Total including VAT £220. Chuffed! ;D ;D Any members need a gearbox specialist in North London area willing to do what you ask ;D and not what they want :( feel free to contact me. I will post the results of this solenoid change in a couple of days. :D

Waders. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Title: Re: P1761 fault code.
Post by waders on Nov 18^th, 2004, 6:56pm

The Outcome.
So, after a longish chat with an auto specialist ???, we came to the conclusion that Shift Solenoid #3 is not ??? at fault!! Shift #3 opperates 3rd to overdrive only :'(, and my problems definatly 2nd to 3rd, thats #2 solenoids job. Ok, time to get some more OBD done.
Battery disconected for 10 mins then an 85 mile drive to get OBD done.
;D(thanks Dave and Chris) ;D.
More codes.... P0113 Intake Air Temperature circuit High Input :o(to be looked into), P1270 Engine RPM or Vehicle Speed Limiter Reached :-/ (oops thats my fault) :-/, and P0756 Shift Solenoid No. 2 Performance ;D ;D ;D.
No #3 solenoid probs ;D!!!
Back to auto shop and I have #2 solenoid changed. This has sorted out my "no change" problems 100% ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D.
I Feel the P1761 error code must have been generated from my originaly dirty MAF confusing the ???EECV ??? (flashing O/D light and maybe the P0113 fault had some influence?) or perhaps it stuck open/closed but i never noticed!!! Anyhow now I have all the gears again ;D, I'm off for a drive ;D ;D.
Thanks for all the help guys, you know who you are:P.

I can recomend an auto shop in north london if anyone is in need!!! ;DGenuine Man ;D, such a rare thing these days.(only paid £220inc as quoted but took up his time and knoledge).

Waders. (Ellie says ta too)

Title: Re: P1761 fault code.
Post by Dave Boulton on Nov 18^th, 2004, 9:24pm

Barry,

Glad your drive the other night paid off - a good night too anyway eh?! Sounds like you can't beat a good auto box specialist - also sounds like he should be on the recommended page on the main site for the benefit of others?

I've always had a problem with the change from 1-2, 2-1 (it's a little clunky) but cleaning the MAF, replacing the MAF (for another reason) has made no difference. Reckon I'll try an auto box place around here - just as soon as Julie has forgotten what the work at the MOT cost ;D ;D ;D and I've renounced eBay for a while ;D BTW, not suggesting that cleaning the MAF isn't the way to go - if it's easy and cheap on these cars then that's gotta be a good start! The FMD diagnosis "needs a new box" was not an option - it's not that bad.

It's always "nice" to see the codes for the first time - especially when they all make sense.

Hope this "Hampshire Xmas Do" comes off - will you be bringing the Postman Pat van down for some OBD? (Preliminary OBD code analysis: "It's a Vauxhall...")

Cheers,
Dave

Title: Re: P1761 fault code.
Post by waders on Nov 19^th, 2004, 3:13pm

Dave, ;D
if you can find somewhere to stick your plug in :P, we'll bring Ellie's postie van along! ???
I think your "it's a Vauxhall" is as close as OBD will ever get! ::)

Regards Barry.
;D 8) ;D 8) ;D