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PowertrainP0953

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High

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 CVP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
BYDP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
CheryP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP0953Autostick Input Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0953Bluetooth module fault BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0953Auto shift manual control circuit high BrandPowertrain
FiatP0953Autostick input circuit high BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
GMP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High SAEPowertrain
SaabP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
TataP0953Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0953Bluetooth module fault BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0953SAE: Auto Shift Manual Control Circuit: High 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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