P27D6

Pressure Control Solenoid S Control Circuit Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$22–89 (est.)

Symptoms

The Check Engine light comes on
Incorrect operation of the gearbox or VVT system
Loss of engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Hard gear shifting (for automatic transmissions)

Causes

Pressure control solenoid S malfunction
Open or shorted in the solenoid control circuit
Poor contact in solenoid connector
Problems with the engine control unit
Solenoid dirty or stuck

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the solenoid control circuit
Check connections and connectors of the solenoid
Measure the solenoid resistance (compare with the norm)
Check the operation of the solenoid by applying direct voltage
Replace pressure control solenoid if necessary

Related codes

P27D5 P27D7 P27D8