OBD Guide

P0912

Gate Select Actuator Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Gear shifting problems
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Unstable transmission operation

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the actuator circuit
  • Malfunction of the gear selection actuator
  • Problems with the transmission control unit
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Corrosion or oxidation of contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the actuator circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for damage
  3. Check the functionality of the actuator
  4. Scan the transmission control unit for errors
  5. Replace faulty components

Related codes

Error P0912 by Vehicle Brand