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P0961

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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LAND ROVER

"SITUATION: A '2 WHEEL DRIVE ONLY FAULT - TRACTION REDUCED' MESSAGE MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, A TECHNICIAN MAY FIND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0961-62 STORED IN THE FAULT MEMORY. CAUSE: THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY INSUFFICIENT SPRING LOAD FOR MOTOR BRUSHES IN THE ACTIVE ON-DEMAND COUPL…

PI-0690 ↗

CHEVROLET, GMC

GM: ERRATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTING AND ILLUMINATED MIL. TECHNICIANS MAY FIND DTCS P0961, P0965, P0969, OR P2762 AS HISTORY OR ACTIVE DTCS. *JS UPDATED 12/9/14. *PE

LAND ROVER

"SITUATION: A ‘TRANSMISSION FAULT-TRACTION REDUCED’ MESSAGE MAY BE DISPLAYED IN THE MESSAGE CENTER AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1889-14 OR P0961-62 MAY BE STORED IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CONTROL MODULE (RDCM). NOTE: ANY REPAIRS OTHER THAN CONFIGURING THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CONTROL MODULE (RDCM) MUST BE CARRIED OUT AS A SEPA…

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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
ChevroletEXPRESS ↗2012
ChevroletEXPRESS ↗2011
GMCSAVANA ↗2012
GMCSAVANA ↗2011
Land RoverLR2 ↗2014
Land RoverLR2 ↗2013
Land RoverLR2 ↗2011
Land RoverLR2 ↗2010

Code meaning and manufacturer information

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

Pressure Control Solenoid A Control Circuit Range/Performance

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.