Powertrain
generic / SAE
P07E7
Stuck in Drive
The vehicle cannot leave Drive — typically a stuck shift mechanism, a stuck-on friction element, or a TCM that cannot command the shift to Park or Neutral.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / E7
Possible causes
- Stuck shift mechanism or solenoid high
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 400–3000 €
- Estimated time: 2–10 h
- Component: shift mechanism
- Component: clutch pack
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012