OBD Guide

P091C

Gear Shift Position Circuit B Low

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

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Loss of engine power
  • Unexpected jerks when shifting gears

Causes

  • Shift Position Sensor B Malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in sensor connectors
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Transmission ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the gear shift position sensor B
  2. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit and the quality of connections
  3. Check sensor resistance according to manufacturer specifications
  4. If necessary, replace the sensor or repair the circuit
  5. Reset the error code and check if it returns

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