OBD Guide

P2802

Transmission Range Sensor B Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect display of gear selector position on the instrument panel
  • Gear shifting problems
  • The car does not start in the 'Parking' or 'Neutral' position
  • Activating transmission emergency mode
  • Illumination of the fault warning lamp (Check Engine)

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wiring in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in sensor connectors
  • Malfunction of the transmission range sensor itself
  • Short circuit to ground in the sensor circuit
  • Problems with the transmission control unit

How to Fix

  1. Visual inspection of the sensor wiring and connectors for damage
  2. Checking the resistance and continuity of the sensor circuit
  3. Checking sensor signals using a scanner or oscilloscope
  4. Replacing a faulty transmission range sensor if necessary
  5. Checking and flashing the transmission control unit

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