P0917
Gear Shift Position Circuit High
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0917 means
- The fault code P0917 indicates that there is an issue with the circuit that controls the gear shift position sensor. This may cause the transmission to not shift properly or even fail to shift at all.
Possible symptoms
- Transmission not shifting properly or at all
- Illuminated check engine light
- Delayed or harsh shifting
- Reduced fuel efficiency
Possible causes
- Failed gear shift position sensor
- Faulty wiring or connections 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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