P091B

Gear Shift Position Circuit B Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect display of the current gear on the instrument panel
Difficulty shifting gears
The gearbox goes into emergency mode
Check engine light comes on
Loss of power or jerking when shifting

Causes

Gear shift position sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring
Poor contact in sensor circuit connectors
Problems with the transmission control module
Mechanical damage to the shift lever or its fastenings

How to Fix

Check the condition of the gear shift position sensor
Inspect the integrity of the wiring and connectors in the sensor circuit
Check the power supply and signal voltages at the sensor
Calibrate the position sensor (if provided)
If necessary, replace the gearshift position sensor

Related codes

P091A P091C P091D