B3837 Rover 3-litre OBD Code

OBD/2 B3837 error code description and symptoms.

The Transmission Range Sensor (also referred to as the PRNDL input an/or neutral safety switch) tells the transmission control module (TCM) an the engine control module (PCM) that the transmission is in park, reverse, neutral, drive, low, 2nd, 3rd etc. It is attached directly to the manual valve of transmission, so when the shift lever is moved from park to drive, the Transmission Range Sensor communicates this critical information to the above mentioned vehicle control module systems.

Gear changes are accomplished by a command from the TCM to energize the clutch actuator to release the clutch; after which various actuators inside the transmission disengage the current gear, and depending on current operating conditions, engage the next higher or lower gear ratio. All of this happens much faster than a human driver could change gears, and in most applications, gear changes are as smooth and seamless as on any fully automatic transmission.

B3837 Rover 3-litre Error Code Repair Process :

The rule of B3837 code when it comes to emissions-related vehicle repair is that any modification that changes the vehicle from a certified configuration to a non-certified configuration is considered tampering: this applies to both vehicle owners and repair facilities and is, therefore, a Federal offense. Replacing a catalyst with a straight pipe is one traditional example of power door lock circuit open. Likewise, overriding the OBD B3837 error in system through the use of high-tech defeat devices or non-certified computer chips, for example, would also be considered tampering. The OBD system may, however, be repaired back to its original certified configuration with certified performance chips or appropriate aftermarket parts.

Common Causes of Rover 3-litre B3837 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code B3837 is the failure of Power Door Lock Circuit Open, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
Faulty spark plug (s)
Faulty front heated oxygen sensor
EVAP system hose leaking

B3837 is a kind of Body Trouble Code

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B3837 Rover 3-litre OBD Code

B3837 Rover 3-litre Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Rover 3-litre B3837 OBD2 Code

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