P0901 OBD-II: Clutch Actuator Circuit Range/Performance

P0901 Severity

Moderate

Will P0901 go away on its own?

Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.

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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0901?

The Clutch locks the transmission and engine together. On some vehicles the clutch is electronically controlled by the Transmission Control Module (TCM). If the clutch does not operate as requested, code P0901 will be set.

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What Does P0901 Code Mean?

OBD-II Code P0901 is defined as a Clutch Actuator Circuit Range/Performance

The Clutch locks the transmission and engine together. On some vehicles the clutch is electronically controlled by the Transmission Control Module (TCM). If the clutch does not operate as requested, code P0901 will be set.

Common Problems That Trigger the P0901 Code

  • Clutch master cylinder failure
  • Clutch solenoid failure
  • Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
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