OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0916 Gear Shift Position Circuit Low A
The gear shift position circuit A reports a circuit low fault. Gear shift position feedback is unreliable on this channel.
Is it safe to drive with P0916?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyPosition sensor failed
- PossibleWiring fault
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
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
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Gear Shift Position Sensor A, Wiring Harness, Tcm
Related codes
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- P095CGear Shift Position Circuit Low C
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- P0914Gear Shift Position Circuit A
- P0915Gear Shift Position Circuit Range/Performance
- P0917Gear Shift Position Circuit High A
- P0918Gear Shift Position Circuit Intermittent A
- P0919Gear Shift Position Control Error
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.