OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0893 Multiple Gears Engaged
The TCM detects that more than one gear element is engaged simultaneously. Risk of transmission lock-up - severe internal fault.
Is it safe to drive with P0893?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyValve body failure - solenoids stuck
- PossibleTCM logic error
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 5–20 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Transmission, Valve Body, Tcm
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.