P1762 on Dodge
Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Voltage Too Low or Too High
P1762 on Dodge vehicles indicates governor pressure sensor offset voltage too low or too high. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Dodge model — most commonly on Dakota. This is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code whose meaning varies by brand. On Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles with the 42RE/46RE/47RE family transmissions it means the transmission controller saw the governor pressure sensor signal above or below the expected stored offset value (roughly 1.3 seconds with the engine running), which is a very common failure on those units. GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet) applies P1762 to a transmission mode switch signal message fault instead, so verify the definition for your make. Typical driver-facing symptoms on the Chrysler applications are the transmission starting in second gear (limp mode), harsh or erratic shifts, and no overdrive. Typical repair costs on Dodge range from $150 to $2,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P1762
- •Failed governor pressure sensor (Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep 42RE-47RE family)
- •Failed governor pressure solenoid
- •Damaged internal transmission harness or case connector (open or shorted)
- •Low, burnt, or contaminated transmission fluid
- •Internal transmission wear or failure affecting governor pressure
- •Faulty transmission or powertrain control module
- •On GM applications: faulty transmission mode/range switch or its wiring
P1762 on Dodge by Model
Dodge Dakota(1 issue)
- 46RE/42RE Governor Pressure Solenoid and Sensor Failure1996-1999
The electronically-modulated 42RE (behind the V6) and 46RE (behind the V8) automatic transmissions, used 1996-1999, rely on a governor pressure solenoid and a governor pressure sensor mounted on the valve body to control shift timing. Heat and mileage fatigue the sensor and cause the solenoid to stick, producing erratic, harsh, or delayed shifts. A failed sensor commonly forces the transmission into limp mode (locked in a single gear). This is a well-known, relatively inexpensive failure often misdiagnosed as a worn-out transmission - Mopar reportedly priced the parts high early on because so many were failing.
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What does P1762 mean on Dodge?▼
P1762 stands for "Governor Pressure Sensor Offset Voltage Too Low or Too High." This is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code whose meaning varies by brand. On Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles with the 42RE/46RE/47RE family transmissions it means the transmission controller saw the governor pressure sensor signal above or below the expected stored offset value (roughly 1.3 seconds with the engine running), which is a very common failure on those units. GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet) applies P1762 to a transmission mode switch signal message fault instead, so verify the definition for your make. Typical driver-facing symptoms on the Chrysler applications are the transmission starting in second gear (limp mode), harsh or erratic shifts, and no overdrive. On Dodge specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P1762 on Dodge vehicles?▼
Common causes on Dodge: Failed governor pressure sensor (Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep 42RE-47RE family), Failed governor pressure solenoid, Damaged internal transmission harness or case connector (open or shorted), Low, burnt, or contaminated transmission fluid, Internal transmission wear or failure affecting governor pressure. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P1762 on a Dodge?▼
Repair costs on Dodge range from $150 to $2,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Dodge models have P1762 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P1762 on 1 Dodge model: Dakota.