Relevant Fault Codes
P1731 P1732 P1733 P1734 P1735 P1738 P17DX
If your Porsche PDK gearbox is showing any of these fault codes, the cause is almost always distance position sensor failure.
This is one of the most common and critical failures in Porsche dual-clutch PDK transmissions.
⚠️ Why This Sensor Matters
The PDK distance sensor is a mission-critical component responsible for measuring the position of all four shift rods controlling the gearbox selector forks.
It continuously sends this data to the gearbox control unit (TCU).
Without accurate position data:
- ✅ Gear selection becomes impossible
- ✅ The transmission cannot operate correctly
- ✅ The vehicle may lose drive completely
Without this sensor, your PDK simply cannot function.
❌ The Problem With the Original Porsche Sensor
The factory Porsche sensor was designed in 2004, using outdated magnetic induction technology to determine shift rod position.
This early design:
- lacks modern precision
- is prone to failure over time
- relies on aging sensing technology
- cannot match modern reliability standards
Today, significantly better technologies exist.
🚀 The CT14 Solution — Modern 2D HAL Technology
After 3 years of dedicated research and development, CT14 Garage engineered a completely new generation PDK distance sensor using advanced 2D HAL technology.
This is not just a replacement — it is a technological upgrade.
Advantages of CT14 HAL Technology
- ✔ Higher precision measurement
- ✔ Faster response and signal stability
- ✔ Improved long-term reliability
- ✔ Superior durability under heat and vibration
- ✔ Motorsport-grade performance standards
🧠 Engineered for Perfect OEM Compatibility
Unlike many aftermarket solutions, the CT14 sensor is designed to behave identically to factory specifications from the gearbox computer’s perspective.
Our development process includes:
- 1:1 duty cycle signal calibration matching OEM output
- Precision CNC machining of housing components
- Thermal expansion coefficient analysis
- Advanced potting compound engineering to prevent cracking
- Individual calibration for each gearbox application
Result: True plug-and-play operation with no TCU errors or adaptation issues.
🧪 Proven Through Real-World Testing
This sensor is not experimental.
It has undergone:
- over 2 years of private testing
- extreme climate validation
- extensive road testing
- track testing in multiple Porsche 911 race vehicles
- long-term durability evaluation
Only after completing this testing program did we release it to the market.
🏁 Motorsport Proven & Internationally Trusted
CT14 Garage supplies components for motorsport-oriented Porsche builds worldwide.
We are:
- ✅ Official suppliers to Revolution Porsche (UK) — specialists in motorsport-focused Porsche 911 platforms
- ✅ Authorized distributor partner of JD-Jeli in China
- ✅ Trusted by performance workshops and professional Porsche specialists internationally
💰 Pricing Options
800 EUR — Standard Version
Ideal for customers seeking a reliable and cost-effective solution.
1,999 EUR — Lifetime Warranty Version
Maximum peace of mind. If the sensor fails — we replace it.
200 EUR — Speed Sensor
Speed sensor usually doesn't fail and can be reused from your original sensor to save some money. We also sell our in CT14 in house sensor both together with the distance sensor or standalone for 200 EUR.
🔧 Fix Your PDK the Right Way
Avoid repeated failures and outdated technology.
Upgrade to modern sensing technology and restore full gearbox functionality with confidence.
Contact CT14 Garage to order.
