Code result

P2851

Shift Fork Position Sensor A/B Correlation

High severity

What it means

The position signals of shift fork sensors A and B do not correlate as expected for the active gear pre-selection. Plausibility check fails.

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

  • Offset between the two sensors after replacement

    high

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

  • Sensor harness incorrectly swapped

    medium

    A plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.

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