Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2805
Transmission Range Sensor A/B Correlation
The two range sensor channels A and B do not agree on the same gear selector position. Plausibility check fails after debounce.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number8 / 05
Possible causes
- One sensor mechanically misaligned high
- Aged switch contacts on one channel 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: 200–900 €
- Estimated time: 1–4 h
- Component: transmission range sensor a
- Component: transmission range sensor b
- Component: tcm
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012