OBD Guide

P1756

Governor Pressures Solenoid Conditions

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Gear shifting problems
  • Hard gear shifts
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced transmission efficiency

Causes

  • Regulator pressure solenoid malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in solenoid circuit
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Transmission fluid contamination
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Check the solenoid circuit for opens and short circuits.
  3. Check the resistance of the regulator pressure solenoid
  4. If necessary, replace the regulator pressure solenoid
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the transmission control module

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