PowertrainP0985
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low
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
- Low or dirty transmission fluid
- Faulty shift solenoid
- Faulty speed sensor
- Wiring or connector fault
- Internal transmission wear
3Can I drive?
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 37
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0985 | Intake Air Temperature Sensor. Sensor 1. Bank 2 Brand | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0985 | SR solenoid GND short Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Chrysler | P0985 | Shift Solenoid 5 Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Daihatsu | P0985 | SR solenoid system Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0985 | Växelsolenoid 'E' styrkrets låg Brand | Powertrain |
| Fiat | P0985 | Shift solenoid 'E' Control circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0985 | Shift Solenoid Valve 1 Control Circuit Low Voltage Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0985 | Shift solenoid 1 - Short circuit to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0985 | shift solenoid E control circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Mazda | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0985 | Shift solenoid3 circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Perodua | P0985 | SR solenoid system Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0985 | Shift solenoid3 circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0985 | S5 GND Short Brand | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0985 | Shift solenoid 'E' control circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0985 | Shift Solenoid 'E' Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0985 | Linear solenoid valve (SLC3) circuit short to ground/open Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P0985 | SAE: Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit: Low Brand | Powertrain |
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 P0985 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SsangYong | P098500 | Linear solenoid (SLC3) - GND short/open Brand | Powertrain |
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