P088A

Transmission Fluid Filter Deteriorated

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Difficulty shifting gears
Transmission slipping
Transmission overheating
Unusual noises from the transmission
Check Engine light comes on

Causes

Dirty or clogged filter
Using low-quality transmission fluid
Mechanical damage to the filter
Exceeding the fluid and filter replacement interval
Metal shavings getting into the filter

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Replace transmission fluid filter
Flush the transmission system (if necessary)
Replace transmission fluid
Check the operation of the transmission after repair

Related codes

P088B P088C P088D