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P09A2

Gate Select Position Circuit B

Generic OBD-II

Common symptoms

What you'll notice

Common causes

Most likely first

  1. Faulty gate select position sensor
  2. Loose or disconnected wiring or connectors related to the gate select position circuit
  3. Corroded or damaged electrical connections in the gate select position circuit
  4. Malfunctioning gate select actuator or solenoid
  5. Defective gate select control module or unit

How to diagnose & fix

Work through it in order

  1. Gear selector may not function properly or may get stuck in one position
  2. Inability to shift gears smoothly or car/motorcycle may not engage into any gear
  3. Check engine light may illuminate on the dashboard
  4. Car/motorcycle may not start or may have difficulty starting
  5. Transmission may slip or jerk during gear changes

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