P097B

Shift Solenoid B Control Circuit/Open

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect gear shifting
The car goes into emergency gearbox mode
Check Engine light comes on
Possible jerking when changing gears
Limiting the number of available transfers

Causes

Broken wiring in the solenoid control circuit
Poor contact in connectors
Shift Solenoid B Malfunction
Transmission control module (TCM) problems
Short circuit in the circuit

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring in the control circuit
Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation or damage
Check solenoid B resistance
Replace solenoid B if necessary
Scan the transmission control module for other errors

Related codes

P097A P097C P096B