{"id":16206,"date":"2022-02-18T02:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-18T10:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=16206"},"modified":"2024-06-05T18:40:05","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T01:40:05","slug":"p0733-code-gear-3-incorrect-ratio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0733-code-gear-3-incorrect-ratio\/","title":{"rendered":"P0733 Code: Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_353576-7f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_353576-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_353576-7f qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-bff63c  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-8e30d9\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5cadc6-9c\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>DTC P0733 stands for &ldquo;Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s triggered when the PCM detects that the RPM of your input speed sensor and output speed sensor are different from what the PCM expects.<\/li><li>Common causes of code P0733 include low transmission fluid levels, dirty transmission fluid, or malfunctioning shift solenoids.<\/li><li>Typical symptoms of a P0733 include a lit check engine light, incorrect transmission shifting, and even performance problems.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"OBD-II code\">OBD-II code<\/a> is designed to tell you any potential issues your vehicle may have. To resolve this code, you must first know what it means. If you&rsquo;re having trouble figuring out what a P0733 code means and how to fix it, you&rsquo;ve come to the right place. Read on to learn more about code P0733, the symptoms you should look out for, and the code&rsquo;s possible triggers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0733 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0733 stands for &ldquo;Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio&rdquo;. This code refers to a potential issue with the operation of third gear in an automatic transmission. It is triggered once your PCM detects that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-car-rpm-stand-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"RPM\">RPM<\/a> difference between the rotational speed of your input speed sensor and the transmission output speed sensor doesn&rsquo;t match what the ECM\/PCM expects to see in 3rd gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"difficulty shifting gears 1\" class=\"wp-image-16216\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-gears-1.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>The P0733 code refers to a potential issue with the operation of third gear in an automatic transmission.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>P0733 shows up in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission when there is trouble shifting into 3rd gear, or while you&rsquo;re driving in 3rd gear. To increase vehicle speed while maximizing the power output from the engine, computer-controlled automatic transmissions use multiple gear ratios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The automatic transmission matches the engine&rsquo;s power and torque characteristics to your desired acceleration rate and speed by auto-selecting different gear ratios or speeds to power your wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern cars might have more than four gear ratios. Based primarily on throttle position vs. vehicle speed, the computer determines when to shift down or up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-engine-sensors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"various sensors\">various sensors<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/engine-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Engine Control Module\">Engine Control Module<\/a> (ECM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transmission-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Transmission Control Module\">Transmission Control Module<\/a> (TCM) draws valuable input to verify the correct operation of the transmission and its components. To determine the gear ratio and torque converter slip, the input shaft speed sensor is usually calculated against the transmission output shaft speed sensor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice the P0733 code set in the PCM, this could mean that the powertrain computer is detecting a significant RPM difference between the rotational speed of the input RPM sensor and the transmission output RPM sensor while your car is in 3rd gear. This may happen during shifting or when driving at steady speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The code usually indicates the transmission is slipping. If the result does not match the supposed value, the Diagnostic Trouble Code is set, and you&rsquo;ll get an illuminated check engine light. Keep in mind that incorrect ratio codes typically require advanced mechanical ability and diagnostic tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to fix P0733 yourself, our brief discussion about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0734-code-gear-4-incorrect-ratio\/#OBD_Codes_and_Gear_Ratios\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"OBD codes and gear ratios\">OBD codes and gear ratios<\/a> can help you come up with a proper solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> The definition of code P0733 may be different depending on the vehicle manufacturer. Consult the appropriate repair manual or repair database for the exact code definition.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> What are the Possible Causes of the P0733 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some common triggers of the error code P0733:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Low transmission fluid level<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-check-automatic-transmission-fluid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dirty transmission fluid\">Dirty transmission fluid<\/a><\/li><li>Bad <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"shift solenoids\">shift solenoids<\/a><\/li><li>Internal transmission problems<\/li><li>A faulty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/valve-body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"valve body\">valve body<\/a><\/li><li>Circuit problems, such as damaged <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-wiring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wiring\">wiring<\/a> and poor connections<\/li><li>An issue with the PCM or TCM, such as software in need of an update<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"illuminated check engine light 2\" class=\"wp-image-16217\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/illuminated-check-engine-light-2.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>When the P0733 code sets, the PCM may send a signal to illuminate the check engine light or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P0733 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the severity, other related diagnostic trouble codes may also be stored. The check engine light will also be activated. Generally, you may notice the following symptoms if you drive a vehicle with a P0733 trouble code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Check engine light on\">Check engine light on<\/a> (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)<\/li><li>Incorrect transmission shifting<\/li><li>In some cases, there may be performance problems, such as dying when coming to a stop after driving on the freeway and\/or misfire-like symptoms<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0733 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since P0733 is a generic code, it may appear across several makes and models. It can also be triggered by a number of reasons. However, keep in mind that the diagnostic and repair steps for this code still depend on your vehicle&rsquo;s make and model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch the video below for a better understanding of how to troubleshoot this error code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Scanning Transmission Gear Error\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nunS7hs29XQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> How to Fix the P0733 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most DTC codes, P0733 shares similar triggers and symptoms with several other engine codes. Although this is generic trouble code, it can&rsquo;t be resolved with a generic solution. It&rsquo;s best to leave this matter to the experts if you aren&rsquo;t confident in your automotive repair skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Code P0733 could be triggered by anything from a dirty transmission fluid to an issue with the PCM or TCM, so you must <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/best-online-resources-to-help-you-learn-how-to-fix-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"do your research\">do your research<\/a> thoroughly before moving to resolve this code. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All vehicles are different, so you should always consult your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"repair manual\">repair manual<\/a> and its factory repair information before DIY-ing any repairs. If you&rsquo;re set on resolving this code yourself, refer to online auto repair sources for guidance. For instance, an ALLDATA subscription provides detailed factory repair information that you can use to accurately resolve issues in your car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This should help you resolve this error code and be a reference for other repairs you may need to carry out in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get New Solenoids for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t wait until your vehicle suddenly stops in the middle of nowhere due to damaged solenoids. Once your ride logs the P0733 code and you&rsquo;ve confirmed it&rsquo;s due to bad solenoids, shop for high-quality replacements here at CarParts.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience the comfort and convenience of shopping online at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a>. Use our vehicle selector and filters to narrow down your options to compatible solenoids that match your preferred brand, specs, and price range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On hand and ready to ship, our solenoids passed stringent quality control tests to guarantee their quality. We ship orders immediately from strategically located warehouses scattered across the country, so expect your replacement parts in a matter of days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t wait until you&rsquo;re dealing with frustrating engine issues before replacing your bad solenoids. 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