P0828
Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit High
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0828 means
- The fault code P0828 indicates that there is a problem with the up and down switch input circuit. This fault code is usually associated with automatic transmission vehicles. It may cause difficulty in shifting gears and may even prevent the vehicle from shifting at all.
Possible symptoms
- Difficulty in shifting gears
- Inability to shift gears
- Illuminated check engine light
- Reduced engine power or acceleration
Possible causes
- Faulty up and down switch
- Damaged 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 up and down switch
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Tighten or clean any loose or corroded electrical connections
- Replace the transmission control module (TCM) if necessary
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