P0820: Gear Lever X-Y Position Sensor Circuit OBD-II Trouble Code

A P0820 DTC means that the computer has detected a situation where the selected gear does not match up with what the ECU thinks the vehicle is doing.

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What Transmission Do I Have?

How Serious is the Code?

Although a P0820 diagnostic trouble code might not seem very important on the surface, it can affect the drivability of the vehicle if the ECU thinks that you have not selected the right gear.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a P0820 include:

  • Harsh gear changes
  • Failure to change gears

Causes

  • Damaged wiring and/or connectors
  • Transmission range sensor out of adjustment
  • Failed transmission range sensor

How to Diagnose the Code?

Often times, a P0820 OBDII trouble code is caused by an electrical fault. So a diagnosis should begin with checking the condition of the wiring and connectors. After that, the transmission range sensor should be tested.

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What Transmission Do I Have?

What Repairs Will Fix P0820?

  • Repair or replace damaged wiring/connectors
  • Adjust or replace transmission range sensor

Related Codes

  • P0821 – Gear Lever X Position Circuit
    P0822 – Gear Lever Y Position Circuit
    P0823 – Gear Lever X Position Circuit Intermittent
    P0824 – Gear Lever Y Position Circuit Intermittent