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PowertrainP0859

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Traction Control Input Signal High

22 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0859Coolant Pump. Control Module 1. Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
BYDP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
CheryP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0859Antispinn inngangssignal høyt BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
GMP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0859Traction Control Input Signal High SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0859Traction Control Input Signal High SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0859Traction control input signal - high BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0859Traction Control Input Signal High SAEPowertrain
SaabP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
TataP0859Traction Control Input Signal High BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0859Traction control input signal high BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0859SAE: Traction Control Input Signal: High 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.

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