Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0819
Up and Down Shift Switch to Transmission Range Correlation
The up-shift/down-shift paddle or button input is used in manumatic mode to step through gears, but the inputs only make sense when the gear lever is in Drive or the Manual position. The TCM detects an inconsistency — paddle commands while gear lever is in Park or Neutral.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number8 / 19
Possible causes
- Stuck paddle/button input high
- Swapped wiring after service medium
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: 120–600 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2.5 h
- Component: paddle shifters
- Component: gear lever switch
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012