DESCRIPTION
Models are capable of setting transmission "P" diagnostic trouble codes. Codes can be accessed through OBD-II connector located under left side of instrument panel. (Scheme 95)
Scheme 95
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
Note. A BMW scan tool (MoDiC, Group Tester One (GT1) or Displus) is necessary to diagnose and test these systems.
RETRIEVING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
Use BMW tool (MoDiC, Group Tester One (GT1) or Displus) or generic scan tool to pull code. Connect scan tool to OBD-II diagnostic connector located under left side of instrument panel. (Scheme 95) Follow scan tool manufacturer's instructions.
To identify diagnostic trouble codes, see TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES table.
| OBD-II DTC | Fault Description | Diagnostic Parameters |
|---|---|---|
| P0218 | Maximum Oil Temperature Maximum | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P0705 | Switch Inputs Communication Error | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P0712 | Short Circuit To Ground | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P0713 | Oil Temperature Sensor Short To Battery Or Open Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P0721 | Output Shaft Speed Sensor - Electrical | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P0790 | Switch Inputs Momentary Switch Input - Electrical | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P0815 | Switch Inputs Momentary Switch Input - Electrical | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P0816 | Switch Inputs Momentary Switch Input - Electrical | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P1698 | ECU Functionality | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P1699 | Gearbox Interface Box EPROM Checksum | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P1705 | LED Drives Plausibility | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1706 | LED Drives Short Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1739 | Clutch Solenoid Communication Error | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1741 | Clutch Solenoid Open Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1742 | Clutch Solenoid Short Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1749 | Secondary Pressure Solenoid Communication Error | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1751 | Secondary Pressure Solenoid Open Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1752 | Secondary Pressure Solenoid Short Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1785 | Linear Actuator Bipolar Stepper Motor Driver Malfunction | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1786 | Ratio Control Plausibility | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P1787 | Linear Actuator Bipolar Stepper Motor Open Circuit | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1788 | Linear Actuator Bipolar Stepper Motor Short To Ground | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1789 | Linear Actuator Communication Error | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (1 OF 2) . |
| P1815 | Switch Inputs Momentary Switch Input - Electrical | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P1816 | Switch Inputs Momentary Switch Input - Electrical | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
| P1826 | Shift Interlock Solenoid Valve Electrical Implausible Signal | See MINI TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (2 OF 2) . |
TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
Scheme 96
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WIRING DIAGRAMS
For circuit identification and wiring diagrams, see
- For 2002 models, see appropriate diagram in «SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS»(ref-171671) article.
- For 2003 models, see appropriate diagram in «SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS»(ref-171672) article.
- For 2004 models, see appropriate diagram in «SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS»(ref-171673) article.
See also:
• TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES