P0983 Possible Causes
- Faulty Shift Solenoid 'D'
- Shift Solenoid 'D' harness is open or shorted
- Shift Solenoid 'D' circuit poor electrical connection
How is the P0983 code repair?
Start by checking the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.What is the cost to diagnose the P0983 code
Labor: 1.0
The cost to diagnose the P0983 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary widely across the country, and even within the same city. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
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Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P0983 Meaning
The Engine Control Module (ECM) commands gear shifts by turning the shift solenoid valves ON/OFF . When there is an open or short circuit in any shift solenoid valve circuit, the ECM detects the problem and illuminates the engine light and stores the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), and the ECM performs the fail-safe function and turns the other shift solenoids valves in good condition ON/OFF .More Information
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Information for specific makes
- P0983 ACURA Shift Solenoid Valve 'D' Open
- P0983 DODGE Shift Solenoid 'D' Control Circuit High
- P0983 HONDA Shift Solenoid Valve 'D' Open
- P0983 LEXUS Shift Solenoid 'D' Control Circuit High Valve S4
- P0983 SCION Shift Solenoid 'D' Control Circuit High Valve S4
- P0983 TOYOTA Shift Solenoid 'D' Control Circuit High Valve S4