OBD Guide

P082E

Gear Lever Y Position Sensor 1 Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect display of gearshift lever position
  • Gear shifting problems
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode
  • Malfunction indicator light comes on
  • Reduced vehicle dynamics

Causes

  • Malfunction of the gearshift lever position sensor Y1
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in sensor connectors
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Transmission control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the sensor connectors and wiring
  2. Measure resistance and voltage at the sensor
  3. Check the continuity of the circuit from the sensor to the control unit
  4. Replace the gearshift lever position sensor if necessary
  5. Test the operation of the system after repair

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