Hi, My check engine light came on yesterday and I plugged in a analyzer and it gave me a code of P1717 which is SSD INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE MALFUNCTION. Does anyone know what this mean and more improtantly what I should do about it?

 

Here is the complete test for that code.
You need a scan tool that will do the Ford Key On Engine Off tests. Enjoy. It is also possible the MLP (neutral safety switch, transmission range) sensor is at fault. It is for the computer not recognizing the correct gear ratio according to the position of the MLP.



Carry out KOEO test until continuous DTCs have been displayed.
If any of the following DTCs are present, continue with this test: P1714, P1715, P1716, P1717, P1740.


Are other DTCs present for TFT or shift solenoids?
Yes
REPAIR the DTCs for TFT or shift solenoids first. CLEAR DTCs and CARRY OUT transmission Drive Cycle test. RERUN Quick Test.

No
INSTALL a new solenoid and/or body. REFER to Diagnostic Trouble Code Charts in this section for code description. GO to F2.

F2 TRANSMISSION DRIVE CYCLE TEST
Carry out transmission drive cycle test. Refer to Transmission Drive Cycle Test in this section.


Does the vehicle upshift and downshift OK?
Yes
GO to F3.

No
REFER to Diagnosis By Symptom in this section to diagnose shift concerns.


F3 RETRIEVE DTCS
NGS Tester
Carry out KOEO test until continuous DTCs have been displayed.


Are DTCs P1714, P1715, P1716, P1717 and P1740 still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new PCM. ROAD TEST and RERUN Quick Test.

No
Testing completed. If a concern still exists, REFER to Diagnosis By Symptom in this section for concern diagnosis.