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PowertrainP085B

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Gear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low

20 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: 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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP085BAlternative Fuel Tank. C Component. Pressure Sensor. Low Signal BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFSP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP085BKäiguvahetusjuhtimismooduli 'B' sideahel madal BrandPowertrain
GeelyP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP085BNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP085BNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP085BGear Shift Control Module 'B' Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP085BNo description available Powertrain
SaabP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP085BGear Shift Module B Communication Circuit Low 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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