P0781

1-2 Shift

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Delays when switching to second gear
Jerks when shifting gears
Gear won't shift to second
Increased engine speed before shifting
Check Engine light comes on

Causes

Low transmission fluid level
Contaminated transmission fluid
Shift solenoid malfunction
Mechanical problems in the gearbox
Problems with the electronic control unit

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Replace transmission fluid and filter if necessary
Check operation of shift solenoids
Diagnose the mechanical condition of the gearbox
Check the electronic transmission control unit

Related codes

P0782 P0783 P0784