P0861
Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit Low
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0861 means
- Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit Low
Possible symptoms
- Test and replace the faulty gear shift module, if necessary
- Inspect and repair the gear shift module communication circuit for any issues, such as damaged wires or connectors
- Ensure the connectors in the gear shift module system are securely connected and free from corrosion
- Test and replace the faulty transmission control module (TCM), if necessary
- Inspect for any intermittent low voltage conditions in the gear shift module communication circuit and repair as needed
Possible causes
- The fault code P0861 indicates a low voltage condition in the gear shift module communication circuit. This code typically points to a problem with the electrical circuitry or connection associated with the gear shift module, which is responsible for transmitting information about the gear position to the vehicle's control system.
Related parts
- Gear Shift Module: Gear shift module controls the gear shifting system. This car's module has a problem which may cause difficulty in shifting gears
Possible solutions
- Faulty gear shift module
- Wiring or connection problems in the gear shift module communication circuit
- Loose or corroded connectors in the gear shift module system
- Faulty transmission control module (TCM)
- Intermittent low voltage condition in the gear shift module communication circuit
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