P088C

Reverse Inhibit Control Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

Reverse gear does not engage
Check Engine light comes on
The car may go into emergency mode
Possible problems with gear shifting

Causes

Open or short circuit in the circuit
Control relay fault
Problems with the transmission control unit
Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

Check the control circuit for opens and short circuits
Check the reverse control relay
Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
Check transmission control unit
If necessary, replace faulty components

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