The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Neutral Position Sensor A circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present.
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15
P086A Neutral Position Sensor A Circuit/Open
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What P086A means
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How to read P086A
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P086A
What does P086A mean?
Neutral Position Sensor A Circuit/Open. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Neutral Position Sensor A circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present.
Is P086A generic or manufacturer-specific?
P086A is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P086A 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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