P2889

Park Lock/Pawl Actuator Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$33–133 (est.)

Symptoms

Difficulty shifting out of park
Check Engine light comes on
Error message on the dashboard
Unexpected parking lock disconnection
Clicking or strange noises from the gear selector area

Causes

Parking lock actuator malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring
Poor contact in connectors
Faulty relay or fuse
Problems with the transmission control module

How to Fix

Check fuses and relays associated with the system
Inspect wiring and connectors for damage
Check the resistance and power supply of the actuator
Replace a faulty parking lock actuator
Scan the transmission control module for errors

Related codes

P2888 P2890 P2891