P074D

Unable To Engage Gear 5

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$9–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Shifting to 5th gear is not possible
Enabling automatic transmission emergency mode
Dips or jerks during acceleration
Increased fuel consumption
Engine or automatic transmission error indication

Causes

Shift solenoid malfunction
Contamination or low oil level in the automatic transmission
Problems with automatic transmission valve body
Wear of 5th gear mechanical components
Problems with wiring or connectors

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the oil in the automatic transmission
Carry out diagnostics of automatic transmission solenoids
Check the automatic transmission valve body for contamination or damage.
Perform computer diagnostics of the gearbox

Related codes

P074E P074F P077A