OBD Guide

P0896

Shift Time Too Long

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Delays when shifting gears
  • Jerks or jerks when shifting
  • Switching to emergency mode of the gearbox
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Contaminated or used transmission fluid
  • Problems with shift solenoids
  • Worn clutches or other mechanical components
  • Malfunctions in the electrical control circuit

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Replace transmission fluid and filter if necessary
  3. Check operation of shift solenoids
  4. Carry out diagnostics of the mechanical part of the gearbox
  5. Check electrical connections and wiring to the gearbox

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