P0825
Gear Lever Push-Pull Switch
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0825 means
- The fault code P0825 indicates that there is a high circuit issue with the gear lever push-pull switch for the paddle shifters. This may cause the automatic transmission to not shift gears properly or not at all.
Possible symptoms
- Automatic transmission not shifting gears properly or not at all
- Illuminated check engine light
- Failure of the paddle shifters to engage or disengage the selected gear
- Inability to use the paddle shifters to change gears
Possible causes
- Faulty push
- pull switch circuit
- Open or shorted wiring or connections in the circuit
- Corroded or loose electrical connections
- Failed transmission control module (TCM)
Related parts
- Gear Lever Position Sensor: Gear Lever Position Sensor communicates the position of the gear to the car computer. Problems lead to difficulty in shifting gears
Possible solutions
- Replace the gear lever push
- pull switch
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Clean or tighten any loose or corroded electrical connections
- Replace the transmission control module (TCM) if necessary
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