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P1605

A/T Diagnostic Communication Line

2000-2004 Nissan Frontier 3.3L Supercharged V6

High SeverityPowertrain

Description

Failure in communication between ECM and TCM.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Trans stuck in failsafe
  • No shifting past 2nd/3rd
  • Overdrive light off

Common Causes

  • Blown A/T fuse
  • Faulty TCM
  • Damaged communication wiring
  • Corroded connectors

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check A/T fuse
  2. Test communication line
  3. Inspect connectors
  4. Test TCM

Repair Notes

Repair communication line or replace fuse.

Other Powertrain Codes

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Common Questions

What does code P1605 mean on a 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier?

P1605 stands for "A/T Diagnostic Communication Line". Failure in communication between ECM and TCM.

What are the symptoms of P1605 on a Nissan Frontier?

Common symptoms of P1605 include: CEL, Trans stuck in failsafe, No shifting past 2nd/3rd, Overdrive light off.

What causes P1605 on a 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier?

Common causes of P1605 include: Blown A/T fuse, Faulty TCM, Damaged communication wiring, Corroded connectors.

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