Scania TMS DTC 1538 Position sensor for splitter gear, short circuit

TMS Transmission Management System · Scania · 3 variants

Code 1538 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 0602.

In short

The position sensor voltage supply is short-circuited to 30 voltage.

Variant 1

Applies to: TMS3 (TMS)

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Variant 2: Position sensor for L1, short circuit to voltage supply

Applies to: TMS4 (TMS)

Variant 3: Position sensor for common engagement of EC power take-offs, short circuit

Applies to: TMS5 (TMS)

This information is for guidance only. Always follow the manufacturer workshop manual and safety procedures; if in doubt, contact an authorised workshop.

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