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Diagnostic reference · P28D9

P28D9

Clutch B Motor Underspeed

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

What it means

P28D9 means Clutch B Motor Underspeed.

Check these first

  • A clutch B motor turning slower than commanded
  • Low supply voltage to the clutch B motor
  • Mechanical drag in the clutch B actuator
  • Contaminated fluid increasing clutch B motor load
  • A worn clutch B motor winding

What to do next

  1. Read clutch B motor speed on a scan tool
  2. Command the clutch B motor and compare actual to commanded speed
  3. Check battery voltage and the clutch B motor power feed
  4. Inspect the clutch B actuator for mechanical drag
  5. Replace the clutch B motor if speed stays low
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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