P0819 - OBD II Trouble Code

Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0819 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0819 code.

OBD II Fault Code

• OBD II P0819

OBD-II Code Tap shifting will be disabled is defined as a Up and Down Shift Switch to Transmission Range Correlation

Some vehicles equipped with automatic transmission will give the driver the option of selecting the desired gear while driving, known as TAP Shifting. The shifter will usually either have a + ahd - button on it, or shift side to side when in Drive. If the engine computer (PCM) does not see a match between the gear selected and the gear the transmission is in, code P0819 will set and the TAP Shift function will be disabled.

Tap shifting will be disabled Symptoms

• Tap shifting will be disabled

Common Problems That Trigger the P0819 Code

• Shift lever assembly failure
• Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
• Transmission range sensor failure
• Wiring issue