Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0808
Clutch Position Sensor A Circuit High
Clutch position sensor A signal voltage above the upper limit — short to reference voltage or open signal return.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number8 / 08
Possible causes
- Signal wire shorted to reference voltage high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Supply wire pinched against B+ source low
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: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 200–1000 €
- Estimated time: 0.6–3 h
- Component: clutch position sensor a
- Component: sensor wiring
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012