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2012 TOYOTA CAMRY
2.5L I4 Hybrid•FWD•AUTOMATIC•hybrid•2AR-FXE
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P0983moderate severityPowertrain

Shift Solenoid D Control Circuit Low

on 2012 Toyota Camry 2.5L I4 Hybrid · FWD

What this code means

The PCM detected a low voltage condition in the control circuit for shift solenoid D. This can prevent proper gear engagement or cause harsh shifts.

Symptoms

  • Harsh or delayed shifts
  • Transmission stuck in gear
  • Check engine light on

Common causes

  • Faulty shift solenoid D
  • Wiring short to ground
  • Corroded connector
  • Faulty PCM/TCM

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan for related transmission codes
  2. Check solenoid D wiring for shorts to ground
  3. Measure solenoid resistance
  4. Test control circuit voltage from PCM
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