Why did the Zotye T700 suddenly shift to F gear?

[AdamAnn]

It may be that the shift motor fuse is blown, and replacing it with a new one should solve the issue. Below is some relevant information about the Zotye T700: 1. Introduction: The Zotye T700 is a new mid-size SUV model officially launched on May 31, offering two power options (1.8T/2.0T) with a total of 10 variants available. 2. Exterior: The front face of the Zotye T700 features a large hexagonal black starry sky-style grille design, paired with LED headlights, creating a good visual extension effect. Additionally, the dimensions of the Zotye T700 are 4748mm in length, 1933mm in width, 1680/1697mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2850mm.

[DiColin]

I also encountered the situation where the gear display of Zotye T700 suddenly showed 'F', which was really worrying. It might be that you accidentally triggered the manual mode or sport mode, such as unintentionally touching the gear shift buttons or paddles on the steering wheel. 'F' usually represents the allowed gear in manual shifting. When I was driving and the gear suddenly changed to 'F', the engine reacted strangely. I immediately pulled over, shifted to 'P', and restarted the engine—and it worked, it was back to normal. If the problem recurs, it might be a short circuit in the sensor or a minor fault in the control unit. Zotye's dual-clutch transmission sometimes has such issues due to moisture or vibration. Regular car washing, being careful not to let water into the gear shift area, can reduce such accidents. Don't panic, handle it safely first and then send it for inspection.

[NathanFitz]

As a car enthusiast who frequently tinkers with vehicles, I've noticed that the F-gear issue with the Zotye T700 is quite common, possibly caused by accidentally engaging manual mode or electronic faults sending false signals. In my experience with car modifications, I've encountered similar cases, mostly due to aging wiring in the shift mechanism or sticky buttons triggering false alarms. Once, cleaning the contacts solved the problem, saving a considerable amount of money. For safety, immediately reduce speed, pull over, shift to P, turn off the engine, wait a few minutes, and restart to see if it recovers. From forum discussions, updating the vehicle's software can prevent many minor issues.

[DelChristian]

When the gear indicator shows 'F', I suggest you immediately park in a safe place, shift to P gear, turn off the engine and wait a few minutes before restarting. If it returns to normal, it may just be a temporary electronic issue. If the problem persists, check whether the gear shift button is stuck or if the wiring is loose. Zotye models often experience sensor short circuits caused by humidity. Don't force driving to the repair shop; it's safer to call the service point for diagnosis.