P07EA code meaning
Transmission Range Control A Circuit Low
Powertrain system Generic code P07xx codes Check engine light
What P07EA means
Despite its name, 'Transmission Range Control A' is not the range actuator motor – that has its own codes, P272A and P272B – but the sensor circuits of an electric shift-by-wire selector. The only documented user is Mitsubishi's 2022 service manual for a CVT with electric shift (very likely the 2022–23 Outlander): the lever carries eight position sensors whose on/off pattern encodes R, N, home, D and M. P07EA is the electrical low check: one sensor reads below 0.6 V for 2.4 s – a signal wire shorted to ground or a missing sensor supply. Mitsubishi defines no fail-safe reaction. If all bits drop out at once, P07EF follows and the transmission goes to neutral.
P07EA at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P07EA
- Electric shift or check engine warning
- Usually no noticeable restriction
- Further sensor faults lead to P07EC/P07ED
Common causes of P07EA
- Most likelySelector sensor wire shorted to ground (chafed harness, connector)
- PossibleSensor supply in the selector open
- PossibleSelector or module faulty
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Electronic range selectorSelector position sensorsSwitch wiringShift by wire module
What each part of P07EA means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 7 | Area: transmission. |
| EA | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P07EA and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P07EA
What does P07EA mean?
P07EA means "Transmission Range Control A Circuit Low". Despite its name, 'Transmission Range Control A' is not the range actuator motor – that has its own codes, P272A and P272B – but the sensor circuits of an electric shift-by-wire selector. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P07EA?
Usually yes, for a short time, if the check engine light is steady and the car drives normally. If the light flashes or the car runs badly, stop and have it checked.
Will P07EA fail an emissions test?
P07EA is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is P07EA to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P07EA clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.