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P1889 – Transmission Overload Protection Fault

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Symptoms

  • Limp mode
  • Warning light

Causes

  • Sensor failure
  • Wiring issue
  • TCM fault

Diagnosis

  • Inspect wiring
  • Read load data
  • Scan TCM

Repair

  • Repair wiring
  • Replace sensor
  • Replace TCM
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