P0974

Shift Solenoid A Control Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect gear shifting
Delays when shifting gears
Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
Increased fuel consumption
Check engine light comes on

Causes

Short circuit in solenoid control circuit
Shift Solenoid A Malfunction
Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction
Poor circuit grounding

How to Fix

Check the solenoid control circuit for a short circuit.
Check resistance and operation of shift solenoid A
Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage.
Check circuit grounding
Replace solenoid or TCM if necessary

Related codes

P0973 P0975 P0976