Code result
P28E9
Shift Motor Position Sensor Circuit Low
High severity
What it means
Voltage on the shift motor position sensor signal line is below the expected window. Wire shorted to ground or sensor short.
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 ground
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Internal sensor short
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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