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PowertrainP0996

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent

22 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0996CAN Message TSC1VR. Incorrect Or Unreliable Data BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
BYDP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
CheryP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0996Engine compartment fuse box - air conditioning fan failure BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0996Transmissionsvæsketryksensor/kontakt 'F' kredsløb afbrudt BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
GMP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0996Transmission fluid pressure sensor/switch F - circuit intermittent BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent SAEPowertrain
SaabP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch F Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
TataP0996Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'F' Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0996Engine compartment fuse box - air conditioning fan failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0996SAE: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor Switch F Circuit: Intermittent 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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