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P0850

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

Reference meaning

What does this code mean?

The wording below belongs to the named make and communication. Match the complete code, reporting module, model year and engine before applying it.

A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.

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A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.

Before replacing a part

Record codes and freeze-frame data. Check battery condition, related codes and visible wiring or hose damage. Follow the vehicle's diagnostic procedure and test results before replacing parts.

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Manufacturer communications

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Original wording in English

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ASI-44686 ↗

FORD

FORD: SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING, WITH OR WITHOUT POWERTRAIN DIAGOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0805, P06B8, P0809, P0850, P087A, P087E, P0884, P283A, P2831, P2836, P2837, P2835, AN INTERMITTENT OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENT, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTING FROM PARK, DRIVE OR REVERSE, NOISE DURING START, INTERMITTENT START, NO CRANK, N…

LAND ROVER

"SITUATION: THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE UNABLE TO SHIFT FROM PARK (P) AND A 'GEARBOX FAULT' MESSAGE MAY DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE FOLLOWING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) WILL BE STORED: • U0001-81 (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE [TCM]) • U0402-2A (TRANSMISSION CONTROL SWITCH [TCS]) • U0001-81 (ANTI-L…

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A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.

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MakeModelModel year
FordFOCUS ↗2013
FordFOCUS ↗2012
Land RoverRANGE ROVER SPORT ↗2014

Code meaning and manufacturer information

Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.

Park / Neutral Switch Input Circuit

Can I keep driving?

A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.