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CC-ID-173high severityPowertrain

Transmission Position D Only

on 2025 Mini Countryman Electric Single Electric Motor · AWD

What this code means

The transmission is restricted to Drive position only due to a fault. This message is raised by the transmission control module.

Symptoms

  • Only Drive available
  • Limited gear selection
  • Warning message on dashboard

Common causes

  • Transmission failsafe active
  • Faulty gear selector sensor
  • Internal transmission fault
  • Electrical/communication fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan TCM for fault codes
  2. Check selector position sensor
  3. Check transmission fluid condition
  4. Inspect wiring and connectors

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