OBD Guide

P0826

Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–78 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Inability to change gears manually
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • The car stays in one gear
  • No response to switch

Causes

  • Faulty up/down gear switch
  • Open or short circuit in wiring
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Faulty transmission control module
  • Circuit Grounding Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the gear selector
  2. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  3. Check voltage and resistance in the circuit
  4. Scan the transmission control module for other errors
  5. If necessary, replace the switch or repair the wiring

Related codes

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