Possible causes of a malfunction of the automatic transmission selector position sensor:

Electrical faults:

* Open or short circuit in sensor wiring
* Faulty connection to the vehicle’s electrical system
*Burnt or faulty fuse or relay
*Damaged or frayed wiring harness
* Faulty Transmission Control Module (TCM)

Mechanical faults:

* Worn or damaged gear shift mechanism
* Incorrect position of cables or shift levers
* Worn or deformed gear lever
*Damage or displacement of the automatic transmission selector housing

Installation problems:

* Incorrect installation or connection of the sensor
*Using an inappropriate or faulty sensor
* Incorrect adjustment of the gear shift mechanism

Other reasons:

* Contamination or presence of foreign objects in the sensor connector
*Corrosion or rust on sensor contacts
* Increased friction or excessive resistance to shift lever movement
* Malfunction or malfunction of the vehicle’s electronic systems

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