OBD Guide

P1774

Low Coast Brake Solenoid Valve Function

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Jerks when shifting gears
  • Increased engine speed when braking
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Unstable transmission operation
  • Deterioration in acceleration dynamics

Causes

  • Brake solenoid malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Transmission fluid contamination
  • Problems with the transmission control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the solenoid control circuit
  3. Check solenoid resistance
  4. Replace brake solenoid if necessary
  5. Scan the transmission control module for other errors

Related codes

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