P0822

Gear Lever Y Position Sensor 1 Circuit

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect display of gear lever position on the instrument panel
Gear shifting problems
Illumination of the fault warning lamp (Check Engine)
Transmission transition to emergency mode
Blocking shifts to certain gears

Causes

Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Gear position sensor malfunction
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Wiring harness damage
Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion or damage
Check sensor resistance according to manufacturer specifications
Replace the gear lever position sensor if necessary
Check TCM operation

Related codes

P0820 P0821 P0823