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Diagnostic reference · P086D

P086D

Neutral Position Sensor A Circuit High

System
Transmission (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Transmission

What it means

P086D means Neutral Position Sensor A Circuit High.

Where it lives

For P086D, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P086D reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • Short to voltage in the neutral position sensor A wiring
  • A neutral position sensor A switch stuck open
  • A failed neutral position sensor A
  • Missing 5 volt supply to sensor A
  • A fault in the TCM

What to do next

  1. Check the 5 volt supply at neutral position sensor A
  2. Inspect the sensor A harness for damage
  3. Test the signal wire for a short to power
  4. Read neutral position sensor A live data
  5. Replace neutral position sensor A if the switch is stuck
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.