OBD Guide

P2790

Gate Select Direction Circuit

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

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Reduced vehicle dynamics
  • Possible jerking when changing gears

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Shift solenoid valve malfunction
  • Problems with the transmission control unit
  • Mechanical faults in the gearbox

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors in the control circuit
  2. Check the resistance of the shift solenoid valve
  3. Scan the transmission control module for additional errors
  4. If necessary, replace faulty circuit components
  5. Adapt the gearbox after repair

Related codes

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