P0826 error code

[Rob Rodriguez]

On Tuesday I received a check transmission error across my screen while riding. I ipulled the code p0826. I rode about 100 miles after receiving the code to my dealer. He checked the Spyder with BUDS, rode it around and told me everything checked out fine.

On Saturday I rode about 80 miles and received the exact same error. The bike runs and shifts completely fine even with the error showing and if I shift to another gear the error stops. the code says the shift switch is bad and searching here confirms that. But there have been many people here who have seen the code a couple times and then never see it again. I have checked the oil. It's fine.

I'm supposed to leave tomorrow for a 500 mile ride. Logic says that's probably a bad idea but I think I'm going to go anyway. This issues has never seemed to leave anyone stranded and I may never see the error again. Dealer didn't think it was a big deal but that means nothing. I have the best warranty for 3 more years so it should be covered. I guess it's just a matter of getting the dealer to agree the shifter is bad?

Anyway, should I continue with my plan to ride or bail because the error might show again and cause shifting not to work?

The riding season is short in the NorthEast and bike down time is a PITA especially when you have planned a trip for weeks.

Anyone have any experience with this error?

Its a 2012 RS.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

So when you turn the Spyder off and turn it back on can you still pull up the code?

 

[Rob Rodriguez]

So when you turn the Spyder off and turn it back on can you still pull up the code?

The first time it happened yes I could. The second time it says, no active codes.

 

[Chupaca]

Depends..!

I'm going out on a limb and say this is a se (semi automatic) model. If it clears and things are working normal you should be fine. Make sure you are making positive shifts and not just gentle taps. Sometimes a delay or weak signal will make the nanny think you missed a gear or are hung up in gear. Have seen this on several spyders the se's that is...:dontknow:

 

[Rob Rodriguez]

I'm going out on a limb and say this is a se (semi automatic) model. If it clears and things are working normal you should be fine. Make sure you are making positive shifts and not just gentle taps. Sometimes a delay or weak signal will make the nanny think you missed a gear or are hung up in gear. Have seen this on several spyders the se's that is...:dontknow:

Yes, sorry. It's an SE

 

[mikecronis]

How can you pull the codes?

 

[Bob Denman]

FAULT CODE: P0826

MODULE: TCM (Transmission Control Module)

DESCRIPTION: Shift Up/Down switch detection problem

POSSIBLE CAUSE: Shift Up/Down switch out of range - switch defect

SERVICE ACTION: BUDS Required

It sounds as if the computer can't always get a good read on what you're doing with the switch...
This is definitely a "See your Dealer" thing... nojoke

 

[SpyderAnn01]

How can you pull the codes?

It depends on the model. On the RT you hold the mode, set and turn signal button and the screen will either be blank - no active codes - or there will be a 4 digit code. I'm sorry but I don't know how to pull them in other models. If you download MySpyderCodes on your phone it will tell you how to retrieve the codes on other models.