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PowertrainP0846

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance

33 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This range normally covers the transmission control system, but some manufacturers use P07-P09 codes for unrelated functions (fuel pump control, air-mix motors, lighting or windows). Check the description before assuming it is a transmission fault.

2Common causes

  1. Low or dirty transmission fluid
  2. Faulty shift solenoid
  3. Faulty speed sensor
  4. Wiring or connector fault
  5. Internal transmission wear

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

If the transmission slips, jerks, will not shift, or a transmission temperature warning is on, stop driving and let it cool: continuing can cause expensive damage. If the code names a different system (for example the fuel pump), treat it on its own terms; a fuel-pump control failure can stall the car, so have it checked before driving further. Otherwise drive gently to a workshop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 33

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
BMWP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
BYDP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
CheryP0846Transmission oil pressure sensor B circuit range/performance poor BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP084624 Pressure Switch Rationality BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor Switch 2: Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0846Getriebeöldrucksensor/-schalter 'B' Stromkreis Bereich/Leistung BrandPowertrain
FiatP084624 Pressure switch rationality BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor Switch 2: Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
GMP0846Transmission pressure switch solenoid D circuit stuck open BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 2 Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0846Transmission fluid pressure sensor/switch B -circuit range/performance BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP08462-6 brake pressure SW BrandPowertrain
NissanP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
OpelP0846Transmission pressure switch solenoid D circuit stuck open BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
PorscheP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
ProtonP08462-6 brake pressure SW BrandPowertrain
SaabP0846Transmission Pressure Switch Solenoid D Circuit Stuck Open BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0846Even Clutch Pressure Difference Exceed Range BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor / Switch 'B' Circuit Range / Performance BrandPowertrain
TataP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'B' Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0846Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0846 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP084611Der öldrucksensor B hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein Kurzschluss nach Masse vor. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP084694No description available Powertrain

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