OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0930 Gear Shift Lock Solenoid Control Circuit/Open
Open circuit at the gear shift lock solenoid which prevents shifting out of Park without brake pedal pressed.
Is it safe to drive with P0930?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySolenoid coil open
- PossibleWiring open
- Less likelyPin pushed back out of connector body
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
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Shift Lock Solenoid, Wiring Harness
Related codes
- P092BGear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B Range/Performance
- P092CGear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B Low
- P092DGear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B High
- P0931Gear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit A High
- P0932Hydraulic Pressure Sensor Circuit
- P0933Hydraulic Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.