P08E3

Shift Solenoid L Control Circuit Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect gear shifting
Delays when shifting gears
Jerks when shifting gears
Switching to emergency mode of the gearbox
Check engine light comes on

Causes

Shift Solenoid L Malfunction
Open or short circuit in solenoid circuit
Problems with the transmission control unit
Low or contaminated transmission fluid
Poor contact in solenoid connectors

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Check the integrity of the solenoid circuit and its connectors
Test solenoid L for faults
Check the operation of the transmission control unit
Replace solenoid L if necessary

Related codes

P08E1 P08E2 P08E4