Code result
P28E5
Shift Motor Performance
High severity
What it means
The shift motor does not move the gear actuator within the calibrated time window. Mechanical resistance, weakened motor, or supply voltage low.
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
Increased friction in gear actuator mechanism
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Motor torque degraded with age
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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