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PowertrainP0920

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open

25 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 25

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
BYDP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
CheryP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0920Girskiftaktuator forover krets/åpen BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
GMP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
HondaP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0920Shift motor circuit open BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0920Shift motor circuit open BrandPowertrain
SaabP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
TataP0920Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0920Gear shift forward actuator circuit/open BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0920SAE: Gear Shift Forward Actuator Circuit Open 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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