P0780

Shift Error

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Delays when shifting gears
Jerks when switching
The box goes into emergency mode
Increased speed without shifting
Check Engine light comes on

Causes

Low transmission fluid level
Contaminated or old ATF fluid
Shift solenoids malfunction
Problems with speed sensors
Mechanical wear of clutches

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Scan the box for additional errors
Check operation of shift solenoids
Diagnose transmission speed sensors
If necessary, replace friction discs

Related codes

P0770 P0790 P0730