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. I can't test drive it until sometime this weekend. Wonder if I jarred something when messing with the headlights?
2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible. 2017 GMC Sierra cc diesel. 2017 Arctic cat RR 137 ES
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. 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.
Identify what you have control over and find peace with what you don't.
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.
2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible. 2017 GMC Sierra cc diesel. 2017 Arctic cat RR 137 ES
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..!!
Gene and Ilana De Laney Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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
2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible. 2017 GMC Sierra cc diesel. 2017 Arctic cat RR 137 ES
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 Hopefully (fingers crossed) it's fixed
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?
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. I appreciate all the help from everyone.
2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible. 2017 GMC Sierra cc diesel. 2017 Arctic cat RR 137 ES
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
Originally Posted by ARCTIC
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?
Glad you got your issue resolved- This Site is PriceLess ........ isn't it.
Originally Posted by myronmathis
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
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
Last edited by eddieshep999; 07-08-2013 at 12:01 AM.
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.