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snb3 May 31, 2009 11:02 PM

Auto trans "P" light doesn't turn off: normal?
 
Went outside to my car in the dark. After locking it via key fob, noticed the tranny light doesn't go out. I went in, started & stopped the car, got out, still one. Went outside after 20 minutes, still on. I never noticed before & wondering if its normal. Is the gear light always on?

pilotart Jun 1, 2009 12:53 AM

There is a power buss ("G" Circuit) that remains 'Live" for about thirty minuites after last action (like closing door).

You could press your Radio volume button after shutting down and removing key/fob and listen to music and it would shut off automatically after 'G' buss turned off.

There is a 'sticky' Thread at top of the Electrical Board called "Hot or Not" that outlines what systems are included in "G Circuits".

ecupip Jun 1, 2009 05:36 AM

It is to show that the cars computers are still running. My land rover, made my BMW as well does that same thing. If you open the door after sitting all night it will come back on when the computers start up. No worries it is normal.

snb3 Jun 2, 2009 09:11 AM

Thanks for the info, it did shut down.


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