OBD Guide

P27B4

Internal Control Module Transmission Gear Direction Control Performance

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Car won't shift into certain gears
  • Delays when shifting gears
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
  • Problems with shift solenoids
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid
  • Mechanical damage inside the transmission

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the transmission control module
  3. Check the condition of the gearshift solenoids
  4. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  5. If necessary, replace the transmission control module

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