OBD Guide
ENFRDEESPT

P0909

Gate Select Control Error

P0909 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Gate Select Control Error. Common causes: gear selector position sensor malfunction, problems with wiring or connectors. Estimated repair cost: $17–89.

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect display of the selected gear on the instrument panel
  • Gear shifting problems
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • CHECK ENGINE indicator lights up

Causes

  • Gear selector position sensor malfunction
  • Problems with wiring or connectors
  • Transmission control module malfunction
  • Mechanical damage to the gear selector
  • Software error in control module

How to Fix

  1. Check the gear selector position sensor
  2. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  3. Check the operation of the transmission control module
  4. Run diagnostics with a scanner to identify a specific malfunction

Related codes

P0908P0910P0911

Error P0909 by Vehicle Brand

AcuraAudiBAICBMWBYDBuickCadillacChanganCheryChevroletChryslerCitroenDodgeDongfengExeedFAWFordForthingFotonGACGMGMCGeelyGreat WallHavalHondaHongqiHyundaiInfinitiJACJaecooJaguarJeepJetourKaiyiKiaLadaLexusLi AutoLifanLincolnLivanMazdaMercedes-BenzMercuryMitsubishiNIONissanOldsmobileOmodaOpelPeugeotPlymouthPontiacRenaultSWMSaturnSkodaSkywellSubaruSuzukiTankToyotaVolkswagenVolvoVoyahXPengZeekrZotye

FAQ

What does the P0909 code mean?

P0909 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Gate Select Control Error

What causes a P0909 error code?

The most common causes of P0909 include: Gear selector position sensor malfunction; Problems with wiring or connectors; Transmission control module malfunction; Mechanical damage to the gear selector.

How do I fix a P0909 diagnostic trouble code?

To fix P0909: Check the gear selector position sensor. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors. Check the operation of the transmission control module. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with P0909?

Yes, but get it checked soon

How much does it cost to fix P0909?

The estimated repair cost for P0909 is $17–89. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

FRDEESPT

See also: Russian version · NationStat