What does code P2844 mean?

Q: What does code P2844 mean?

Shift Fork D Position Circuit Intermittent. P2844 indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an intermittent fault in the electrical circuit for the shift fork D position sensor, which monitors the engagement of the shift fork for gear range D. The circuit works by sending a voltage signal that varies with fork position, and the TCM sets this code when the signal momentarily drops out or jumps outside the expected range during driving.

DTC codes / P28xx · Transmission / P2844

P2844Shift Fork D Position Circuit Intermittent

P2844 indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an intermittent fault in the electrical circuit for the shift fork D position sensor, which monitors the engagement of the shift fork for gear range D. The circuit works by sending a voltage signal that varies with fork position, and the TCM sets this code when the signal momentarily drops out or jumps outside the expected range during driving.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyProfessional

AreaTransmission

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.