OBD Guide

P0972

Shift Solenoid A Control Circuit Range/Performance

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

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Jerking when switching
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Reduced vehicle dynamics

Causes

  • Shift Solenoid A Malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
  • Wiring Harness Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of shift solenoid A
  2. Check the integrity of the control circuit (open circuit, short circuit)
  3. Clean connector contacts, check connections
  4. Check Transmission Control Module (TCM) operation
  5. Replace solenoid or wiring harness if necessary

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