Code result

P08ED

Drive Motor A Clutch Pawl Position Performance

High severity

What it means

The drive motor A clutch pawl position circuit reports a performance condition. Hybrid clutch engagement cannot be reliably commanded or verified.

Is it safe to drive?

No — stop driving

This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

  • Pawl mechanism worn

    high

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

  • Sensor reference drifted

    medium

    A plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.

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