P285D

Shift Fork A Actuator Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Gear shifting problems
Check Engine light comes on
Switching to emergency mode of the gearbox
Jerks when shifting gears
Power Loss

Causes

Open or short circuit in the drive circuit
Drive solenoid valve malfunction
Wiring harness damage
Transmission control unit malfunction
Mechanical jamming of the shift fork

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the drive circuit
Check the operation of the drive solenoid valve
Inspect the wiring harness for damage
Check the operation of the transmission control unit
Carry out diagnostics of the mechanical part of the shift fork

Related codes

P285E P285F P2860