OBD Guide

P0976

Shift Solenoid B Control Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Hard gear shifting
  • Switching delays
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced transmission efficiency

Causes

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

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of shift solenoid B
  2. Check the integrity of the control circuit (open/short circuit)
  3. Check contacts in solenoid and TCM connectors
  4. Replace faulty solenoid if necessary
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the transmission control unit

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