Transmission Park Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit/Open
Park position sensor/switch A — confirms that the gear selector lever is in Park, used by shift-by-wire systems and key-interlock logic — is open. The TCM cannot confirm Park engagement, blocking key removal and engine restart logic.
Affected components
- Park position sensor a
- Wiring harness
Common causes
- High likelihood: Open wire or unplugged sensor
- Low likelihood: Pin pushed back out of connector body
- Low likelihood: Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor
Possible 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
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.