P092D code meaning
Gear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B High
What P092D means
The module sees a higher voltage on shift lock circuit B than the commanded state allows, such as a short to supply or, with a low-side driver, an open coil. No manufacturer documents this code publicly. The documented counterpart on circuit A is FCA P0931 in recall 16V-249, where a badly crimped BTSI solenoid terminal on 2016 Grand Cherokees set the high fault and kept the lever in Park. GHSP patents show that a shifter may carry a second lock solenoid, so circuit B can be a separate lock. CARB requires circuit fault checks on outputs, with an exemption path for safety-only systems. P092C is the low, P092A the open fault of circuit B; P0931 is the same fault on circuit A.
P092D at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.5 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P092D
- Lever will not release from its locked position
- Fault appears intermittently with vibration
- Warning message about the shifter or transmission
Common causes of P092D
- Most likelyCircuit B wire shorted to a supply voltage
- PossiblePoor crimp or loose terminal at the second lock solenoid
- PossibleOpen coil in the second lock solenoid
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 P092D 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. |
| 2D | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P092D 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 P092D
What does P092D mean?
P092D means "Gear Shift Lock Solenoid/Actuator Control Circuit B High". The module sees a higher voltage on shift lock circuit B than the commanded state allows, such as a short to supply or, with a low-side driver, an open coil. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P092D?
P092D does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will P092D fail an emissions test?
P092D 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 P092D to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will P092D clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.