P0854 OBD-II: Drive Switch Input Circuit Low
P0854 Severity
Should you fix P0854 yourself?
Identifying an OBD code is just the start of a complete diagnostic routine. Most trouble codes are caused by a sensor reporting a value that is out of range. Just replacing a sensor may not fix underlying issues. Be sure to understand the code, the part or system in your car that the code refers to, and the risks of delaying professional repair.
Proper diagnosis will save you time and money on unnecessary repairs.
Urgent codes indicate immediate action is necessary. These are urgent and significant malfunctions that can cause severe damage to the vehicle or harm the driver and passengers.
What causes OBD-II fault code P0854?
The Overdrive/Tow Switch allows the driver to tell the engine computer (PCM) if the vehicle is towing anything so that the transmission can perform accordingly. If the switch sends the PCM an implausible signal, code P0854 will be stored.
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OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P0854
OBD-II Code Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure is defined as a Drive Switch Input Circuit Low
The Overdrive/Tow Switch allows the driver to tell the engine computer (PCM) if the vehicle is towing anything so that the transmission can perform accordingly. If the switch sends the PCM an implausible signal, code P0854 will be stored.
Common Problems That Trigger the P0854 Code
- Shift lever assembly failure
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
- Wiring issue
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