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PowertrainP0952

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low

24 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
DaewooP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0952FM2 antenna failure BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0952Auto shift manual control circuit low BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
SaabP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
TataP0952Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0952FM2 antenna failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0952SAE: Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit: Low 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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