P0893 code meaning
Multiple Gears Engaged
Powertrain system Generic code P08xx codes Check engine light
What P0893 means
P0893 means more shift elements are applied than the commanded gear allows, so the gearbox binds up. It is detected through speeds, when the ratio matches no valid gear and input speed collapses, or through commanded clutch capacities: a GM patent flags capacities above their limits for longer than roughly 200 to 500 ms and reacts by downshifting or falling back to the hydraulic limp mode. Nissan's 2020–22 Frontier and Titan nine-speed set it with all ratio codes and MIL; Land Rover cured P0893 on the ZF 9HP48 Evoque with gearbox software.
P0893 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyHard
- Typical labor1 to 12 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P0893
- Gearbox or engine warning lamp
- Sudden limp mode, harsh jolts or judder
- Strong braking or locking feeling during a shift
Common causes of P0893
- Most likelyGearbox module software or calibration
- PossibleShift or pressure valve sticking (dirt), control valve body faulty
- Less likelyClutch plates stuck or welded
- Less likelySpeed sensor false signal
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Transmission valve bodyTransmission clutchesTransmission control modulePressure control solenoid
What each part of P0893 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 8 | Area: transmission. |
| 93 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0893 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 P0893
What does P0893 mean?
P0893 means "Multiple Gears Engaged". P0893 means more shift elements are applied than the commanded gear allows, so the gearbox binds up. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0893?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P0893 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P0893 fail an emissions test?
P0893 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 P0893 to fix?
Difficulty: hard. A typical repair takes 1 to 12 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0893 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.