P1586moderate severityPowertrain
AT/MT Codification Signal Not Plausible
on 2005 Kia Amanti 3.5L V6 · FWD
What this code means
The PCM has received a transmission codification signal that does not match the expected transmission type. The signal indicating whether an automatic or manual transmission is installed is incorrect or missing.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Transmission may enter limp mode
- Incorrect shift patterns
- Engine performance may be limited
Common causes
- Incorrect PCM software for transmission type
- Wiring issue in transmission codification circuit
- Aftermarket transmission swap without PCM recoding
- PCM connector issue
- TCM programming mismatch
Diagnostic steps
- Verify PCM software matches installed transmission type
- Check transmission codification wiring
- Inspect PCM and TCM connectors
- Verify correct PCM part number for vehicle configuration
- Reprogram PCM if needed
Repair notes
Reprogram the PCM with the correct transmission configuration software.
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