P090D code meaning
Clutch B Actuator Control Circuit High
Powertrain system Generic code P09xx codes Check engine light
What P090D means
Set when the control circuit of the clutch B actuator shows a high state, i.e. a motor or control line is shorted to battery voltage. Ford documents P090D as the short-to-power check of the clutch B motor in the DPS6 PowerShift transmission of the Fiesta and Focus. Ford customer satisfaction program 20B23, covering some 2016-2017 Focus cars, names P090D together with P0900 and several hall and driver codes as signs of failed clutch actuator motors, with erratic shifting, vibration and a lit check engine light; dealers replaced both motors. P090A and P090C are the open and ground faults of the same circuit, P0903 the clutch A equivalent. CARB requires circuit checks on such transmission outputs.
P090D at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor1 to 3 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P090D
- Check engine light on
- Erratic or missed shifts and vibration
- Limp mode, possibly no drive
Common causes of P090D
- Most likelyFailed clutch B actuator motor (Ford program 20B23)
- PossibleMotor or control wire shorted to a supply line
- Less likelyFaulty motor driver in the TCM
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Clutch b actuatorWiring harnessTCM
What each part of P090D means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 9 | Area: transmission. |
| 0D | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P090D 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 P090D
What does P090D mean?
P090D means "Clutch B Actuator Control Circuit High". Set when the control circuit of the clutch B actuator shows a high state, i.e. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P090D?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P090D the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P090D fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P090D is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P090D to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 1 to 3 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P090D clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.