P0825
Gear Lever Push-Pull Switch (Shift Anticipate)
Transmission
Generic OBD-II
Medium
What it means
P0825 means there is a circuit fault with the gear lever push-pull switch — the switch that reads manual up/down shift requests from the shifter or paddle shifters. The transmission still works in automatic mode, but manual gear selection may not respond. The usual causes are the switch itself or an open, short, or corroded connection in its wiring.
Medium
Can I keep driving? Usually drivable in automatic mode, but manual/paddle gear selection may not work — repair soon if you rely on manual shifting.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Paddle shifters or manual gate fail to change gears
- Manual up/down shift requests are ignored
- Transmission may not shift as commanded in manual mode
- Check-engine light on
Common causes
Most likely first
- Faulty gear lever push-pull (shift anticipate) switchLikely
- Open or shorted wiring in the switch circuitCommon
- Corroded or loose electrical connectors at the switchCommon
- Failed transmission control module (TCM)Less often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Read freeze-frame data and confirm the code while operating the shifter/paddles through each position.
- Test the push-pull switch for a correct signal change in each position; replace it if it doesn't switch.
- Inspect the switch wiring and connectors for opens, shorts, or corrosion and repair as needed.
- Verify the TCM receives the switch signal; clear the code and re-test manual shifting.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P0825?+
Yes in automatic mode — the transmission still shifts on its own; you may just lose reliable manual/paddle gear selection until it's fixed.
Can I just clear P0825?+
You can, but if the switch or its wiring is faulty the manual-shift problem and the code will return.
Related codes
Often seen with P0825
Read & clear P0825 yourself
Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.
✓ Verified name — SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6Guidance reviewed by OBD DashX