C05F8

4WD/AWD Range Actuator Control Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Inability to switch all-wheel drive modes
Check engine light is on
Activating transmission emergency mode

Causes

Short circuit to positive in the control circuit
Range actuator malfunction
Wiring harness damage
Problems with the four-wheel drive control unit
Contact corrosion

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the actuator
Measure actuator resistance
Check the voltage at the actuator connector
Inspect contacts for corrosion
If necessary, replace the actuator or repair the wiring

Related codes

C05F7 C05F9 C05FA