P0904 OBD-II: Gate Select Position Circuit
P0904 Severity
Should you fix P0904 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 P0904?
Manual Transmissions have a sensor mounted on the shift lever that tells the engine computer (PCM) what gear the transmission is in. If the Shift Lever Position Sensor sends the PCM an implausible signal, code P0904 is stored. The Shift Lever Position Sensor is usually built into the Shift Lever Assembly.
OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P0904
OBD-II Code Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure is defined as a Gate Select Position Circuit
Manual Transmissions have a sensor mounted on the shift lever that tells the engine computer (PCM) what gear the transmission is in. If the Shift Lever Position Sensor sends the PCM an implausible signal, code P0904 is stored. The Shift Lever Position Sensor is usually built into the Shift Lever Assembly.
Common Problems That Trigger the P0904 Code
- Shift lever assembly failure
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
- Wiring issue
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