OBD Guide

P0756

Shift Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Gear shift delay
  • Inability to shift to a certain gear
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Shift Solenoid B Malfunction
  • Problems with the electrical circuit (open, short circuit)
  • Dirty or low transmission fluid
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
  • Mechanical damage to the solenoid

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the solenoid electrical circuit
  3. Replace shift solenoid B if necessary
  4. Clean or replace transmission fluid
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the transmission control module (TCM)

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