P1730 Shift Control System Malfunction
What does P1730 mean on a Honda?
P1730 — Shift Control System Malfunction. This Honda-enhanced code applies to Accord, Odyssey with automatic transmission.
Common causes of P1730
- Stuck shift solenoid valves in the valve body
- Low or degraded ATF starving the hydraulic control system
- Clogged valve body passages from neglected fluid changes
- Wiring or connector fault to the shift solenoids
- Failing A/T clutch pressure control solenoid
How to fix P1730
- Check ATF level and condition first, burnt fluid points at internal wear
- Read clutch pressure switch data with a Honda HDS scan tool
- Test shift solenoid operation and resistance per the service manual
- Flush and refill ATF if maintenance is overdue, then retest
- Inspect the valve body and solenoids if the fault persists on the same gears