Code result
P28E8
Shift Motor Position Sensor Circuit High
High severity
What it means
Voltage on the shift motor position sensor signal line is above the expected window. Wire shorted to B+ or sensor open.
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
Signal wire shorted to B+
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Open position sensor
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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