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ARCTIC
06-13-2013, 10:13 PM
I keep getting "check transmission" on the display. It will go away on its own but keeps popping up. Usually on the 2nd to 3rd shift any ideas?

Jeriatric
06-13-2013, 11:02 PM
Any codes?

happyspyder2039
06-13-2013, 11:13 PM
Check oil level. that can affect it. also front fusses if loose

ARCTIC
06-13-2013, 11:18 PM
Any codes?
How do you know if it's throwing codes? It shows the check engine light briefly


Check oil level. that can affect it. also front fusses if loose
I will look into both

Jeriatric
06-13-2013, 11:25 PM
How do you know if it's throwing codes? It shows the check engine light briefly


I will look into both


Your initial post said "check transmission" was on the screen. :dontknow: what that is.

Search pulling codes and you'll find a how to for your model. Don't have it memorized.

Oil, the TCM has it's on oil pump. If the oil level gets too low it will starve the TCM oil pump and either disallow a shift or make shifting erratic.

ARCTIC
06-13-2013, 11:31 PM
Your initial post said "check transmission" was on the screen. :dontknow: what that is.

Search pulling codes and you'll find a how to for your model. Don't have it memorized.

Oil, the ECM has it's on oil pump. If the oil level gets too low it will starve the ECM oil pump and either disallow a shift or make shifting erratic.

That's what it's doing. It's stopping me from shifting and then when I roll off the throttle USUALLY it then lets me shift and the light is gone

ARCTIC
06-14-2013, 12:50 PM
Ok, I checked the oil and it was down to just above the "add" line. I put the needed oil in it but can't imagine that would affect the shifting???? All Relays and fuses are secure. :dontknow: I can't test drive it until sometime this weekend. Wonder if I jarred something when messing with the headlights?

Jeriatric
06-14-2013, 01:13 PM
Ok, I checked the oil and it was down to just above the "add" line. I put the needed oil in it but can't imagine that would affect the shifting???? All Relays and fuses are secure. :dontknow: I can't test drive it until sometime this weekend. Wonder if I jarred something when messing with the headlights?

Think of it this way. That's your oil level setting still on level ground. Now imagine what it's doing when you...stop..start....roll left or right with road slope....or, add the G forces of turning. Any one of these could cause the trans shifter oil pump to be deprived of sufficient oil supply.

ARCTIC
06-14-2013, 01:33 PM
Think of it this way. That's your oil level setting still on level ground. Now imagine what it's doing when you...stop..start....roll left or right with road slope....or, add the G forces of turning. Any one of these could cause the trans shifter oil pump to be deprived of sufficient oil supply.
Hopefully the issue is cured. BUT..... I'm skeptical. I added less than 1/4 of a quart of oil.

If it's an electrical gremlin at least it likely won't cause mechanical damage.

Jeriatric
06-14-2013, 01:36 PM
Hopefully the issue is cured. BUT..... I'm skeptical. I added less than 1/4 of a quart of oil.

If it's an electrical gremlin at least it likely won't cause mechanical damage.

If you want it to be electrical. Perhaps you'll get your wish. :joke: ;)

ARCTIC
06-14-2013, 01:52 PM
I don't WANT it to be electrical but it appears to me it is and I'm trying to make myself feel better about ridingit with the issue

Jeriatric
06-14-2013, 01:54 PM
I don't WANT it to be electrical but it appears to me it is and I'm trying to make myself feel better about ridingit with the issue


Only kidding with ya man. Hope it's all OK now. :thumbup: :doorag:

ARCTIC
06-14-2013, 02:08 PM
Hopefully that little dab of oil did the trick:thumbup:


Only kidding with ya man. Hope it's all OK now. :thumbup: :doorag:

Chupaca
06-14-2013, 06:06 PM
imagining..these techy machines will do many things when low on oil. They may advise you in advance but then you will not have to replace expensive parts..it's a good thing. I check all levels before weekend rydes and carry a little with me.. Hope that is what happened..!! :thumbup:

ARCTIC
06-14-2013, 07:04 PM
That makes 2 of us!!! I probably should check it more often but most off my rides are spur of the moment quick rides. I made sure the tcm harness was good and tight. Can't see anything wrong otherwise:dontknow:

ARCTIC
06-14-2013, 10:45 PM
Ok, I added oil, checked all relay's and fuses, unplugged and reseated the wire harness connection on the TCM, wire brushed the battery terminals and re-torqued the bolts..... Rode 30 miles tonight and never saw any engine lights :yes: Hopefully (fingers crossed) it's fixed :clap:

Drove through this on the way home: 69877

ARCTIC
06-18-2013, 07:00 PM
Still getting error code:banghead:
PO0826
70066

spyryder
06-18-2013, 07:29 PM
looks like a bad up/down shift switch:

ARCTIC
06-18-2013, 08:24 PM
looks like a bad up/down shift switch:
Thank you!!! VERY, VERY HELPFUL :clap:

ARCTIC
06-18-2013, 09:16 PM
I followed the wire down to a connection right behind the frunk and it didn't appear to be loose. Suppose I should just order a new SE5 shift paddle? Is it item #23 in the diagram? They call it a "switch housing - SE5 semi-automatic" Hopefully it's the switch guts included?

70130

It's obviously an intermittent issue. Hopefully I'm not just replacing a part because there was some moisture in it?

ARCTIC
06-25-2013, 10:32 PM
Update, I did install the new shift switch housing and it seems to have fixed the problem. I've gone on 2 separate rides about 230 total miles and have not seen the check transmission light since. This site is NECESSARY if you own a spyder.:yes::yes: I appreciate all the help from everyone. :thumbup:

myronmathis
06-27-2013, 04:15 AM
my bike did that in the first months of ownership, I took it back to the dealer and they advised me that there was nothing wrong. Needless to say over a year later my engine is locked but luckily I am so anal that I kept all receipts of service and diagnostics on the bike and now waiting on a decision from BRP. in short, take it to the dealer and have them check the codes and retain the receipt just in case something happens
I keep getting "check transmission" on the display. It will go away on its own but keeps popping up. Usually on the 2nd to 3rd shift any ideas?

CyncySpyder
06-27-2013, 06:04 AM
my bike did that in the first months of ownership, I took it back to the dealer and they advised me that there was nothing wrong. Needless to say over a year later my engine is locked but luckily I am so anal that I kept all receipts of service and diagnostics on the bike and now waiting on a decision from BRP. in short, take it to the dealer and have them check the codes and retain the receipt just in case something happens

Good advice on a new vehicle, but considering his is a 2008 :rolleyes:

eddieshep999
06-28-2013, 01:15 PM
On my way to the dealer today to get the Windshield bracket replaced (Another story see the thread )
WARNING FOR ALL RT OWNERS * You may want to check (http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?34743-WARNING-FOR-ALL-RT-OWNERS-*-You-may-want-to-check-this-on-your-machine)




About 4 miles from home and the Check Transmission? Warning came up along with the light in the display
Spyder RT-S SE5 Still running and I was in 4th Gear
Looking for a safe place to pull over and tried to change gear it would not go up or down
Found a side road and stopped the Spyder and it showed 1st gear

Turned it off back on, Foot on brake it started went into Neutral but would not change up or even reverse
Also noticed all my lights were out – Yesterday I replace my number Plate bulb with an LED which was Can-Bus safe – This one had heat shrink at the back This had blown a fuse I believed I still had the Spyder connected to a battery tender and this was the cause
Once the fuse was replaced and the battery tender removed all was tested OK


So I decided to replace the Fuse for the lights and they worked but blew the 15amp fuse
Now I also believed I had an Electrical and Low oil problem


Had no Oil with me so decided to call out the UK AA (Automobile Association) Breakdown Service
Whilst waiting for them to arrive I decided to remove the LED Number Plate bulb
Once it was removed -Key in Spyder in N Started and was able to shift into 1st gear, Quick check up the road and all gears were working and the Check Transmission Light did not come on
Cancelled the AA and made my way to the dealer with no further problems
Have since replaced the Number Plate bulb with a standard one


Questions
How can a blow 15amp fuse for the lights bring up the Check Transmission warning and also not allow me to change gear


Can I replace the Rear number plate bulb with a none Can-Bus type LED Bulb



Just posted this just in case someone has a similar problem

Spydaman
07-07-2013, 03:54 PM
I keep getting "check transmission" on the display. It will go away on its own but keeps popping up. Usually on the 2nd to 3rd shift any ideas?

I ride a 2012 RS SE5, mine is at the dealer right now for the same issue. I too did not feel comfortable riding with that error message, flickering lights, etc. The technician called me last week and said that it is the "gear location sensor". It is covered under warranty, 3-5 days shipping and I should be up and rolling again.

smporter420
07-09-2013, 04:48 PM
Mine has same error message and same code. Find out tomorrow when I take it in.

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ARCTIC
07-09-2013, 05:47 PM
Mine has same error message and same code. Find out tomorrow when I take it in.

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The switch actually was really easy to install. Do you still have warranty?

smporter420
07-09-2013, 06:10 PM
Yeah, warranty till 2020.:D

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Buckaroo
07-13-2013, 09:58 AM
Update, I did install the new shift switch housing and it seems to have fixed the problem. I've gone on 2 separate rides about 230 total miles and have not seen the check transmission light since. This site is NECESSARY if you own a spyder.:yes::yes: I appreciate all the help from everyone. :thumbup:


I had a similar problem and the same repair which seemed to take care of it.

smporter420
07-15-2013, 11:38 PM
Same code, dealer replacing shift module.

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