OBD Guide

P084D

Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch H Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–50 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Car jerking when driving
  • The CHECK ENGINE indicator light comes on.
  • Transition to emergency mode of operation of the transmission

Causes

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

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Visually inspect the sensor circuit for damage
  3. Check the resistance and signal of the pressure sensor
  4. Replace transmission fluid pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Scan TCM error memory

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