Code
P0907
Generic
P — Powertrain
Gate Select Position Circuit A High
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Causes
- Short to battery voltage on Gate Select Position Circuit A
- Corroded, bent, or damaged connector pins at the sensor/actuator or module
- Chafed or damaged wiring harness causing contact with a power source
- Faulty gate select position sensor or solenoid (internal short or open)
- Poor or missing ground connection in transmission harness or module
- Control module (TCM/PCM) internal driver failure
Symptoms
- Check Engine / MIL lamp illuminated
- Transmission fault indication or reduced transmission performance (limp mode)
- Inability to select gears or incorrect gear selection
- Harsh, delayed, or erratic shifting
- Stored transmission-related trouble codes or multiple related circuit codes
What to check
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data with a scan tool; confirm P0907 and note conditions when it set
- Visual inspection: wiring harness, connectors, and transmission harness routing for damage or chafing
- Inspect connector pins for corrosion, bent pins, moisture, or contamination
- Backprobe the Gate Select Position Circuit A at the sensor/actuator with key on; measure voltage versus reference and ground
- Check continuity from the harness connector to the control module and check for shorts to battery (+) and ground
- Perform wiggle test on harness while monitoring live data/voltage to reproduce fault
Signal parameters
- Typical sensor/actuator circuit uses PCM/TCM direct drive or reference; expected low-voltage signal range: ~0–5 V for position sensors
- High-voltage condition: measured voltage near battery voltage (approx. 12 V) or above expected sensor upper limit indicates short to power or internal short
- Low/zero volts indicates open circuit or short to ground (not this code but useful for comparative testing)
- Solenoid coils are driven by PWM/duty control on some systems — duty cycle 0–100% or pulse-width vary with commanded position (refer to service manual)
- Resistance checks: solenoid/actuator coil resistance varies by design (typically low ohms). Consult OEM spec before replacing.
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool, confirm P0907 is active or stored, record freeze-frame/live data and related codes.
- Visually inspect the Gate Select Position A connector and wiring harness for damage, corrosion, or fluid ingress; repair obvious issues.
- With ignition ON (engine off), backprobe the signal wire at the connector. Measure voltage to ground. If voltage is high (near battery), suspect short to +12V or internal short in the component.
- Disconnect the sensor/solenoid plug and re-check the circuit at the harness connector: if the high voltage clears with sensor unplugged, suspect short or failed sensor; if it remains, suspect wiring or module.
- Check continuity from the harness connector to the transmission control module for opens; check for shorts to battery and ground (bench multimeter continuity and resistance tests).
- Repair any wiring damage or connector faults found. After repair, clear codes and re-test drive to confirm code does not return.
- If wiring and connector are good and the fault persists with a known-good component swap (if available), evaluate/replace the control module per manufacturer procedures.
- After repairs, perform operational verification: confirm correct gear selection, monitor live data for Gate Select Position A during key-on and driving conditions, and ensure no related codes return.
- Safety note: Disconnect battery before major wiring repairs. Follow manufacturer safety procedures when working near the transmission and electrical connectors.
Likely causes
- Wiring short to +12V (most likely when code reads 'High')
- Bad connector pin or corrosion at sensor/actuator connector
- Failed position sensor or shift/selector solenoid
- Poor ground or high resistance ground path
- Module driver failure (least likely after wiring and component checks)
Fault status
Status
Gate Select Position Circuit A voltage above allowable range detected by control module (circuit high).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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