P0897

Transmission Fluid Deteriorated

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

Difficult or harsh gear shifting
Slipping or delays when shifting
Transmission overheating
Unusual noises from automatic transmission
Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

Exceeding the transmission fluid change interval
Transmission overheating
Getting water or other liquids into the automatic transmission
Wear of clutches and other transmission parts
Using the wrong liquid

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Replace fluid and filter if necessary
Flush the system if it is heavily contaminated
Check the operation of the transmission cooling system
In case of serious problems, have the automatic transmission diagnosed by a specialist

Related codes

P0700 P0711 P0717