OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2845 Shift Fork A Position Sensor Incorrect Neutral Position Indicated
The position sensor for shift fork A indicates the neutral position when the fork is mechanically engaged in a gear, or vice versa. Sensor reference offset.
Is it safe to drive with P2845?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor mechanically misadjusted from neutral
- PossibleFork pin worn — neutral travel widened
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
- 3–9 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Shift Fork Position Sensor A, Shift Fork A, Tcm
Related codes
- P2846Shift Fork B Position Sensor Incorrect Neutral Position Indicated
- P2847Shift Fork C Position Sensor Incorrect Neutral Position Indicated
- P2848Shift Fork D Position Sensor Incorrect Neutral Position Indicated
- P2868Shift Fork E Position Sensor Incorrect Neutral Position Indicated
- P2842Shift Fork D Position Circuit Low
- P2843Shift Fork D Position Circuit High
- P2844Shift Fork D Position Circuit Intermittent
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.