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P0700

Powertrain Codes

P0700 - HYUNDAI - TCU Request For MIL On

Symptoms

- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) - Driveability problems - Transmission shifting problems

Possible Causes

- Shorted or open circuit within transmission control module (TCM) - Failure of transmission control module

Tech Notes

Since the P0700 is just and informative code, check the TCM for more codes to resolve the problem.

Description

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) monitors the malfunction of sensors and actuators relating to transmission control. When the TCM detects a malfunction with the control, a signal is send to the Engine Control Module (ECM) to trigger the Engine Light or Service Engine Soon light. The ECM stores the P0700 code and it means the TCM detected a malfunction with the transmission controls.