OBD Guide

P0848

Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Hard gear shifts
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Reduced transmission efficiency

Causes

  • Transmission fluid pressure sensor B malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose transmission fluid pressure sensor B
  3. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit and the condition of the connectors
  4. If necessary, replace the pressure sensor
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the transmission control module

Related codes

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