P0949 code meaning
Auto Shift Manual Adaptive Learning Not Complete
What P0949 means
Status code for an automatically shifted manual gearbox: the control unit has not yet finished learning its adaptation values, above all the clutch touch point and the end positions of the shift actuators. Such learning runs after a new control unit, clutch or actuator, after a software update and sometimes after the battery was disconnected; Hyundai and Kia patents show how the touch point is found and corrected from shaft speed changes. No manufacturer documents this exact code publicly. The code is a reminder rather than a hardware fault; launch and shifts may be jerky until learning is done. P0950 to P0954 cover the manual control circuit, P0806 to P0808 the clutch position sensor. MIL use depends on the maker.
P0949 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P0949
- Jerky launch or rough shifts
- Gearbox warning or message to perform teach-in
- Restricted gear selection until learning completes
Common causes of P0949
- Most likelyRelearn not run after clutch, actuator or control unit replacement
- PossibleAdaptation values erased by software update or battery disconnection
- PossibleLearning aborted by low voltage or worn clutch outside the learn window
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
TCM
What each part of P0949 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. |
| 49 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P0949 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 P0949
What does P0949 mean?
P0949 means "Auto Shift Manual Adaptive Learning Not Complete". Status code for an automatically shifted manual gearbox: the control unit has not yet finished learning its adaptation values, above all the clutch touch point and the end positions of the shift actuators. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P0949?
P0949 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will P0949 fail an emissions test?
P0949 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 P0949 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 1.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P0949 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.