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PowertrainP0881

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance

27 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
BYDP0881TCU 12V power supply BrandPowertrain
CheryP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0881Rentang/kinerja sinyal input daya TCM BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
GMP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0881Alternative Fuel Engine Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0881TCM Power Input Signal BrandPowertrain
NissanP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
OpelP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
SaabP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0881Mode Switch stuck closed BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range / Performance - Signal Amplitude < Minimum BrandPowertrain
TataP0881TCM Power Input Signal Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0881Right and left trunk lock switch signal failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0881SAE: TCM Power Input Signal: 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0881 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP088100Solenoid supply power B, C abnormal BrandPowertrain

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