OBD Guide

P28EA

Shift Motor Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Switching delays
  • Switching to emergency mode of the gearbox
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Loss of power during acceleration

Causes

  • Shift motor position sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Mechanical problems in the switching system
  • Transmission control module (TCM) problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the shift motor position sensor
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring and contacts in the sensor circuit
  3. Scan the transmission control unit for errors
  4. If necessary, replace the position sensor
  5. Update TCM software if necessary

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