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PowertrainP0780

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Shift Error

35 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This range normally covers the transmission control system, but some manufacturers use P07-P09 codes for unrelated functions (fuel pump control, air-mix motors, lighting or windows). Check the description before assuming it is a transmission fault.

2Common causes

  1. Low or dirty transmission fluid
  2. Faulty shift solenoid
  3. Faulty speed sensor
  4. Wiring or connector fault
  5. Internal transmission wear

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

If the transmission slips, jerks, will not shift, or a transmission temperature warning is on, stop driving and let it cool: continuing can cause expensive damage. If the code names a different system (for example the fuel pump), treat it on its own terms; a fuel-pump control failure can stall the car, so have it checked before driving further. Otherwise drive gently to a workshop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 35

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0780Adblue/DEF Dosing System. System Air Pressure. Operation Failure BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
BMWP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
BYDP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
CheryP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP0780Ratio for fault on gearbox subsystem - shift failed BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0780Ralat gear BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
GMP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
Great WallP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0780Gear Shift Malfunction BrandPowertrain
HondaP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0780Transmission gear load errors - Too high or no change BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP0780Shift error BrandPowertrain
NissanP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
OpelP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
PorscheP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0780Shift error BrandPowertrain
SaabP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
SmartP0780Ereignisstatus BrandPowertrain
SprinterP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP0780Shift Error SAEPowertrain
TataP0780Shift Error BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0780Up switch stuck (height) BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0780 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP078000A fault during the gear change was detected. BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP078000Shift monitoring: shift error; Defective BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP078064A fault during the gear change was detected. There is an implausible signal. BrandPowertrain

6Related codes

  • P0781 1-2 Shift
  • P0782 2-3 Shift
  • P0783 3-4 Shift
  • P0784 4-5 Shift
  • P0785 Shift Timing Solenoid A
  • P0786 Shift Timing Solenoid A Range/Performance
  • P0787 Shift Timing Solenoid A Low
  • P0788 Shift Timing Solenoid A High
  • P0789 Shift Timing Solenoid A Intermittent
  • P078A Up switch stuck (head restraint)
  • P078B Down switch stuck (head restraint)
  • P078C Forward switch stuck (head restraint)

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