OBD Guide

P0796

Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off

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

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Slipping when shifting gears
  • Switching delays
  • Increased engine speed when switching
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Pressure control solenoid malfunction
  • Contaminated or low transmission fluid level
  • Problems with solenoid wiring or connectors
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
  • Mechanical problems inside the automatic transmission

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Check solenoid wiring and connectors
  3. Test solenoid resistance
  4. Replace faulty solenoid
  5. If necessary, replace the TCM control module

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