OBD Guide

P08C6

Pressure Control Solenoid M Electrical

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Hard or abrupt shifts
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Decreased fuel efficiency

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in solenoid circuit
  • M Pressure Control Solenoid Malfunction
  • Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and solenoid connectors for damage.
  3. Check the resistance and performance of the solenoid
  4. Check the solenoid circuit for an open or short circuit.
  5. Replace pressure control solenoid M if necessary

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