P0918
Gear Shift Position Circuit Intermittent
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0918 means
- The fault code P0918 indicates that there is an issue with the circuit that controls the gear shift position sensor. This may cause the vehicle to not shift gears properly or not move at all.
Possible symptoms
- Vehicle not shifting gears properly
- Vehicle not moving at all
- Illuminated check engine light
- Harsh shifting or slipping gears
Possible causes
- Faulty gear shift position sensor
- Wiring or connection issues in the circuit
- Loose or corroded electrical connections
- Failed Transmission Control Module (TCM)
Related parts
- Gear Shift Position Sensor: Gear Shift Position Sensor communicates the position of the gear to the car computer. This car's sensor has a problem which may cause difficulty in shifting gears
Possible solutions
- Replace the gear shift position sensor
- 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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