P08E1

Shift Solenoid L Electrical

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

The car goes into emergency gearbox mode
Incorrect gear shifting
Check Engine light comes on
Loss of engine power
Acceleration problems

Causes

Open or short circuit in solenoid circuit
Poor contact in solenoid connector
Malfunction of the solenoid L itself
Problems with the transmission control unit
Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

Check the continuity of the solenoid circuit
Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation
Check solenoid resistance
Replace faulty solenoid if necessary
Check the operation of the transmission control unit

Related codes

P08E0 P08E2 P08E3