P079E

Transmission Friction Element E Slip Detected

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$44–278 (est.)

Symptoms

Delays or jerks when shifting gears
Loss of power when accelerating
Gear slip
Transmission overheating
Check engine light comes on

Causes

Wear of friction elements
Low transmission fluid level
ATF contamination or degradation
Hydraulic pressure problems
Shift solenoids malfunction

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Conduct pressure diagnostics in the hydraulic system
Check operation of shift solenoids
Perform gearbox adaptation (if supported)
If necessary, replace friction elements

Related codes

P079F P079A P079B