P0915

Gear Shift Position Circuit A Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect gear shifting
Check Engine Light Illuminates
Transmission transition to emergency mode
Problems starting the engine
Gear shift lever moves slowly

Causes

Shift lever position sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in circuit connectors
Mechanical problems with shift lever
Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

Check the condition and free play of the shift lever
Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the position sensor
Check the resistance and signal of the position sensor
Inspect and clean the contacts in the circuit connectors
If necessary, replace the shift lever position sensor

Related codes

P0914 P0916 P0917