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P0816 Downshift Switch Circuit

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainTransmissionOBD2

What P0816 means

P0816
Downshift Switch Circuit Generic · transmission Data confidence 90%

The control module detected improper operation of the Downshift Switch circuit.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • poor connection
  • downshift switch
  • ECM/PCM!TCM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P0816

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

816

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0816

What does P0816 mean?

Downshift Switch Circuit. The control module detected improper operation of the Downshift Switch circuit.

Is P0816 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0816 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P0816 at file level?

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