Code result
P28E2
Shift Motor Phase U-V-W Circuit/Open
High severity
What it means
The output stage for the shift motor cannot drive current through at least one of the U/V/W phases. Open wire or open winding.
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
Open phase wire
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Open motor winding
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
Pin pushed back out of connector body
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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