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PowertrainP0893

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Multiple Gears Engaged

29 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 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0893AdBlue/DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Purge Valve. A Solenoid Valve. Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
BYDP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
CheryP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0893Flere gir innkoblet BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
GMP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0893Control Module BrandPowertrain
HondaP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP0893Interlock detection BrandPowertrain
NissanP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
OpelP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0893Interlock detection BrandPowertrain
SaabP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
SprinterP0893Multiple Gears Engaged SAEPowertrain
TataP0893Multiple Gears Engaged BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0893The centralized window control in the car is stuck 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 P0893 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP089300Faulty clutch operation (hydraulic pressure) BrandPowertrain

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