OBD Guide

P0734

Gear 4 Incorrect Ratio

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Erratic gear shifting
  • Delays when switching to 4th gear
  • Power dips
  • Transmission fluid overheating
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Wear of friction discs 4th gear
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • ATF contamination or degradation
  • Shift solenoids malfunction
  • Problems with speed sensors

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Scan TCM Trouble Codes
  3. Check operation of shift solenoids
  4. Diagnose the mechanical condition of the transmission
  5. If necessary, replace worn components

Related codes

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