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PowertrainP0860

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit

27 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0860Pārslēgšanas bloka 'A' sakaru ķēde BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0860Transmission Shift Lever Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
OpelP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0860Gear Shift Control Module A Communication Circuit SAEPowertrain
SaabP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP0860Gear Shift Control Module 'A' Communication - Invalid Serial Data Received BrandPowertrain
TataP0860Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0860Gear Shift Module A Communication Circuit BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0860SAE: Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit 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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