P0911 on 2012-2016 Ford Focus (S, SE, SEL, Titanium) — Gate Select Actuator Circuit Range/Performance
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Ford Focus · 2012–2016
Separate from the clutch shudder that made the PowerShift famous, the DPS6's mechatronic Transmission Control Module - the electronic unit that drives the two shift actuators inside the case - suffers its own solder-joint and internal circuit failures. Failure is usually abrupt rather than progressive: the cluster throws "Transmission Malfunction - Service Now", the car drops out of gear, refuses to shift, or will not move at all, sometimes from highway speed. Clutch actuator control circuit codes (P0902, P090C, P2872, P0910/P0911) are the giveaway. Ford issued Field Service Action 15B22 (TCM reprogramming) and extended TCM coverage to 10 years / 150,000 miles under customer satisfaction programs, which is why so many owners get a TCM replaced at no charge.
Common Symptoms
- Transmission Malfunction - Service Now warning
- Car suddenly will not move or drops out of gear
- Stuck in one gear / limp mode
- No reverse
- Wrench light on dash
How to Fix
Pull the transmission codes before anything else - actuator control-circuit codes point at the TCM rather than the clutch pack. Check for the extended TCM coverage (10yr/150k) and for Field Service Action 15B22 reprogramming by VIN before paying out of pocket. Also inspect the TCM connector (C1750A) and its wiring for damage that mimics TCM failure; Ford SSM 46358 provides a service pigtail for that connector. The repair is TCM replacement and programming to the vehicle.
Sources for this issue (4)
- Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 14M02 Supplement #7 - DPS6 TCM Extended Warranty Coverage (10yr/150k)tsb
- Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 15B22 Supplement #2 - DPS6 TCM Reprogrammingtsb
- Ford Focus & Fiesta PowerShift Dual Clutch TCM Failure Symptoms | Focus Fanatics Forumforum
- 2014 2.0L Ford Focus (transmission malfunction service now) | Focus Fanatics Forumforum
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Frequently asked questions
What does P0911 mean?
P0911 stands for "Gate Select Actuator Circuit Range/Performance." The gate select actuator circuit is functioning but performance/feedback is out of the expected range — actuator not responding as commanded.
What are the most common causes of P0911?
The most common causes of P0911 are: Failing gate select actuator, Wiring resistance / intermittent fault, Mechanical binding, Internal TCM fault. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0911?
Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause and vehicle.
Which vehicles are affected by P0911?
Au7o has documented P0911 across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Ford.
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