P1736 on Jeep
Shift Control System (Manufacturer Specific)
P1736 on Jeep vehicles indicates shift control system (manufacturer specific). Au7o has documented this code across 1 Jeep model — most commonly on Grand Cherokee. P1736 is a manufacturer-specific transmission code (common on Hyundai and Kia, where it indicates a shift motor / shift control circuit problem, often 'Shift Motor Open'). It points to a fault in the system that controls gear shifting — typically the shift control motor or its circuit on transfer-case or transmission applications. Because P1-series codes vary by manufacturer, the exact meaning should be confirmed against the specific vehicle's service information. Symptoms usually include shifting problems, getting stuck in gear, or a transmission/4WD warning light.
Common Causes of P1736
- •Faulty shift control motor or actuator
- •Open or shorted wiring in the shift motor circuit
- •Corroded or damaged connector at the motor/control unit
- •Failed transmission or transfer-case control module
- •Worn or seized internal shift mechanism
- •Poor ground or power supply to the shift motor
- •Blown fuse or relay feeding the shift control circuit
P1736 on Jeep by Model
Jeep Grand Cherokee(1 issue)
- 2004 545RFE Intermittent Low-Line-Pressure or Gear-Ratio DTCs — Check TCM Build Date2004
DaimlerChrysler TSB 08-016-05 describes an internal TCM circuit fault that may cause an intermittent low-line-pressure or gear-ratio DTC and limp-in on a specific 2004 WJ/WG Grand Cherokee population. The vehicle must have the 545RFE (sales code DGQ), a 4.7L or 4.7L High Output engine, and fall within the bulletin's April 7, 2004 through February 27, 2005 vehicle build range. Suspect TCMs have date codes 0984 through 0405. This is not a universal 1999-2010 transmission-overheating/shudder diagnosis, and it does not justify buying filters, fluid, a cooler, valve-body kits, or a solenoid pack from the symptom alone.
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What does P1736 mean on Jeep?▼
P1736 stands for "Shift Control System (Manufacturer Specific)." P1736 is a manufacturer-specific transmission code (common on Hyundai and Kia, where it indicates a shift motor / shift control circuit problem, often 'Shift Motor Open'). It points to a fault in the system that controls gear shifting — typically the shift control motor or its circuit on transfer-case or transmission applications. Because P1-series codes vary by manufacturer, the exact meaning should be confirmed against the specific vehicle's service information. Symptoms usually include shifting problems, getting stuck in gear, or a transmission/4WD warning light. On Jeep specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P1736 on Jeep vehicles?▼
Common causes on Jeep: Faulty shift control motor or actuator, Open or shorted wiring in the shift motor circuit, Corroded or damaged connector at the motor/control unit, Failed transmission or transfer-case control module, Worn or seized internal shift mechanism. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P1736 on a Jeep?▼
Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause and specific Jeep model.
Which Jeep models have P1736 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P1736 on 1 Jeep model: Grand Cherokee.