OBD Guide

P28D9

Clutch B Motor Underspeed

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Rough gear shifting
  • Clutch slipping during acceleration
  • Jerks when shifting gears
  • Increased engine speed during acceleration
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode

Causes

  • Worn clutch friction discs B
  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid
  • Malfunction of the hydraulic control unit
  • Clutch speed sensor problems
  • Open or short circuit in clutch control circuit

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the condition of clutch B
  3. Check the operation of the hydraulic control unit
  4. Test speed sensors and control circuits
  5. If necessary, replace clutch B or hydraulic unit

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