OBD Guide

P2816

Pressure Control Solenoid H

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Delayed gear shifting
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • Dips when switching
  • Increased engine speed when switching
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in solenoid circuit
  • Poor contact in solenoid connector
  • Malfunction of solenoid H itself
  • Contaminated or low transmission fluid level
  • Transmission control module (TCM) problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the electrical circuit of the solenoid
  3. Check the resistance and operation of the solenoid
  4. Clean or replace solenoid H
  5. Replace wiring harness if necessary

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