OBD Guide

P07E1

Incorrect Shift from Gear 6

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hard gear shifts
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • Power Loss
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Shift solenoids malfunction
  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid
  • Transmission hydraulic system problems
  • Mechanical wear of gears or synchronizers
  • TCM software error

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Carry out diagnostics of switching solenoids
  3. Check the hydraulic pressure in the system
  4. Scan TCM for errors
  5. If necessary, replace damaged gearbox components

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