P2786 – Shift Actuator Temperature Too High

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P2786 Possible Causes

  • Faulty gear shift actuator temperature sensor
  • Gear shift actuator temperature sensor wiring harness open or shorted
  • Poor electrical connection in gear shift actuator temperature sensor circuit

How to Fix Code P2786

Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the wiring harness and related connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

Possible Symptoms

Check engine light on (or service engine soon warning light)

P2786 Meaning

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) monitors the gear shift actuator temperature. The TCM sets the OBDII code when the gear shift actuator temperature is outside factory specifications.

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