P179F – Sensor For Transmission Range Malfunction

P179F Possible Symptoms

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

P179F Possible Causes

Faulty Transmission Range Sensor,Transmission Range Sensor harness is open or shorted,Transmission Range Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

P179F Description

The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors the Transmission Range Sensor. The ECM sets the OBDII code when the Transmission Range Sensor is not to factory specifications.