P08ED
Drive Motor A Clutch Pawl Position Performance
What it means
P08ED means Drive Motor A Clutch Pawl Position Performance.
Check these first
- A clutch pawl that does not reach its commanded position
- A worn pawl linkage or detent
- A pawl position sensor out of calibration
- A drive motor A that stalls before the pawl seats
What to do next
- Read drive motor A clutch pawl position on a scan tool
- Command the pawl to park and watch the travel
- Inspect the pawl linkage for wear or binding
- Relearn the pawl position if the service data calls for it
- Replace the pawl position sensor or linkage if travel is short
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.