P07E8

What it means

The transmission range control A circuit (used in shift-by-wire to drive the shift actuator that physically positions the manual valve in the valve body) is open. The TCM cannot move the manual valve into the commanded range, blocking shifts between P/R/N/D.

Is it safe to drive?

This code points to a problem that can cause damage or affect safety. Avoid driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

• Open wire to the range actuator

  high

  One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

• Pin pushed back out of connector body

  low

  Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

• Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor

  low

  Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

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