P0701moderate severityPowertrain
Transmission Control System Range/Performance
on 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L I4 · RWD
What this code means
The transmission control system is not performing within expected parameters.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Harsh shifting
- Slipping
- Delayed engagement
Common causes
- Low transmission fluid
- Internal transmission failure
- TCM issue
- Shift solenoid problem
- Wiring issue
Diagnostic steps
- Check fluid level and condition
- Scan for additional codes
- Test shift solenoids
- Check wiring
- Test TCM
Repair notes
Diagnose underlying transmission issue.
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P0014
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P0015
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