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PowertrainP0796

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Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off

32 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 32

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
BMWP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
BYDP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
CheryP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP0796pressure control solenoid 3 performance BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0796Storage keyboard stuck BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0796Performa solenoid kontrol tekanan 'C' macet mati BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
GMP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0796Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 3 Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
HondaP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
MaseratiP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP0796Primary pressure solenoid BrandPowertrain
NissanP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
OpelP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0796Primary pressure solenoid BrandPowertrain
SaabP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0796SLS OFF Stuck BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0796Pressure Control Solenoid C Performance/Stuck Off SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP0796Pressure Control Solenoid 'C' Performance / Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
TataP0796Pressure Control Solenoid 'C' Performance Or Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0796Storage keyboard stuck (button M) 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.

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