OBD Guide

P2809

Pressure Control Solenoid G Stuck On

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Gear slippage
  • Increased engine speed when switching
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Possible shocks when switching

Causes

  • Pressure control solenoid G malfunction
  • Problems with wiring to the solenoid
  • Transmission fluid contamination
  • Mechanical damage to the solenoid
  • Problems with the transmission control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring to the solenoid
  3. Test solenoid resistance
  4. Replace pressure control solenoid G if necessary
  5. Reset error and test drive

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