PowertrainP078E
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Up switch stuck (steering column)
Key terms: 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
- Low or dirty transmission fluid
- Faulty shift solenoid
- Faulty speed sensor
- Wiring or connector fault
- Internal transmission wear
3Can I drive?
Steering effort may increase. If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have it checked.
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 19
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P078E | Fuel Metering Pump. Short Circuit To Positive Brand | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P078E | Up switch stuck Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P078E | Prijenosno rješenje 'B' povremeno Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P078E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P078E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P078E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Saab | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P078E | Shift Timing Solenoid 'B' Intermittent Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P078E | Up switch stuck (steering column) Brand | Powertrain |
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.
5Related codes
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