P2800 - OBD II Trouble Code

Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P2800 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 P2800 code.

OBD II Fault Code

• OBD II P2800

OBD-II Code Transmission may not shift properly is defined as a Transmission Range Sensor "B" Circuit (PRNDL Input)

The Transmission Range Sensor (also referred to as the PRNDL input an/or neutral safety switch) tells the transmission control module (TCM) an the engine control module (PCM) that the transmission is in park, reverse, neutral, drive, low, 2nd, 3rd etc. It is attached directly to the manual valve of transmission, so when the shift lever is moved from park to drive, the Transmission Range Sensor communicates this critical information to the above mentioned vehicle control module systems. When the input from the transmission range sensor is erratic or irrational, the PCM will set code P2800.

Transmission may not shift properly Symptoms

• Increased fuel consumption
• Transmission may not shift properly

Common Problems That Trigger the P2800 Code

• Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
• Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
• Transmission range sensor failure
• Wiring issue