P092C code meaning
Gear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B Low
What P092C means
The voltage on shift lock control circuit B is lower than expected, usually because the wire or the solenoid has a path to ground. No manufacturer documents this code publicly or names the lock behind circuit B. GHSP patents describe shifters with a second solenoid next to the Park lock, for example one that holds the lever in Neutral unless speed is low and the brake is applied. CARB requires output circuits to be checked for shorts but allows safety-only systems to be left out. P092D is the high fault, P092A the open and P092B the plausibility fault of circuit B; P0930 is the low fault on circuit A. A shorted lock circuit can leave the lever locked or let it move without the brake.
P092C at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P092C
- Lever locked in a position despite brake applied
- Lock does not engage, lever moves without brake
- Warning message about the shifter
Common causes of P092C
- Most likelyCircuit B wire chafed to ground near the shifter
- PossibleShorted turns in the second lock solenoid
- Less likelyLiquid spilled into the shifter causing leakage to ground
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Gear shift lock solenoid bWiring harnessTCM
What each part of P092C 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. |
| 2C | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P092C 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 P092C
What does P092C mean?
P092C means "Gear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B Low". The voltage on shift lock control circuit B is lower than expected, usually because the wire or the solenoid has a path to ground. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P092C?
P092C does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will P092C fail an emissions test?
P092C 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 P092C to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will P092C clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.