OBD Guide

P08CE

Shift Solenoid J Stuck On

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Delays when shifting gears
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Power dips during acceleration
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Solenoid J fault
  • Transmission fluid contamination
  • Problems with wiring to the solenoid
  • Mechanical wear of the solenoid
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the condition of solenoid J
  3. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  4. Replace faulty solenoid
  5. If necessary, replace transmission fluid and filter

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