OBD Guide

P28E7

Shift Motor Position Sensor Circuit/Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Loss of engine power
  • Jerks when shifting gears

Causes

  • Broken wires in the sensor circuit
  • Motor position sensor malfunction
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the gear shift motor

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation
  3. Check the resistance of the position sensor
  4. Replace position sensor if necessary
  5. Check the operation of the gear shift motor

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