OBD Guide

P0931

Gear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit A High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Difficulty shifting gears
  • Gearbox locked in one gear
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • The car goes into emergency mode
  • Cannot remove the key from the ignition

Causes

  • Short circuit in solenoid circuit
  • Faulty shift lock solenoid
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the transmission control unit
  • Corrosion of contacts or connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  2. Measure the solenoid resistance
  3. Check control circuit voltage
  4. Replace faulty solenoid if necessary
  5. Reset the error code and check the system

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