P088B

Transmission Fluid Filter Very Deteriorated

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$22–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Difficulty shifting gears
Floating speed when switching
Kicks or jerks when switching
Transmission overheating
Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

Exceeding the ATF replacement interval
Using low-quality transmission fluid
Wear of automatic transmission clutches
Fluid contamination with wear products
Mechanical damage to the filter

How to Fix

Diagnosis of ATF status and level
Replacing transmission fluid and filter
Flushing the system in case of heavy contamination
Checking the valve body and solenoids
Diagnostics of clutch condition

Related codes

P088A P088C P0741