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P0862 Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit High

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

P · PowertrainNetworkOBD2

What P0862 means

P0862
Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit High Generic · network Data confidence 90%

The control module detected that the signal in the Gear Shift Module Communication circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Symptoms

  • Multiple warning lamps possible
  • Functions of the affected module unavailable

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • short to positive
  • gear shift module
  • ECM/PCM/TCM

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full-module scan to map which modules communicate
  • Check CAN bus resistance and voltages at the diagnostic connector
  • Inspect wiring and connectors of the affected module
  • Check module power supply and grounds
  • Disconnect suspect modules one at a time only with a documented procedure

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How to read P0862

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Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

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

862

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0862

What does P0862 mean?

Gear Shift Module Communication Circuit High. The control module detected that the signal in the Gear Shift Module Communication circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Is P0862 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0862 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P0862 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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