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PowertrainP085E

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Gear shift control module 'B' performance

21 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · 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 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP085ENOx Sensor (SCR Upstream) Range Check (Open)_Heater,Nox,O2 Sensor BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
BYDP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
CheryP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFSP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFXP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
DFXKP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
EOBDP085EGirskiftkontrollmodul 'B' ytelse BrandPowertrain
GeelyP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
GMP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
Great WallP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
HafeiP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP085EPark Pawl System Malfunction BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP085ENo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP085ENo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP085EGearshift control module B performance BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP085ENo description available Powertrain
ProtonP085ENo description available Powertrain
SaabP085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P085EGear Shift Control Module 'B' Performance BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP085EGear shift control module 'B' 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.

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