Park Pawl Position Sensor A Circuit Low
The position sensor that confirms the park pawl A engagement state reads below the lower diagnostic threshold. Without confirmed park engagement the shift-by-wire controller cannot release the brake hold.
Affected components
- Park pawl position sensor a
- Wiring harness
Common causes
- High likelihood: Internal short in sensor element
- Medium likelihood: Signal wire shorted to ground
- Low likelihood: Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Diagnostic notes
- The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
Related codes
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Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.