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P0748Pressure Control Solenoid "A" Electrical

What it means

The transmission control sees an electrical problem in the pressure control solenoid "A" circuit (short, open or wrong current).

Symptoms

  • Harsh, late or missing shifts
  • Transmission stuck in one gear (limp mode)
  • Check engine or gearbox warning light

Common causes

  • Shorted or open solenoid winding
  • Harness or connector fault
  • Control module fault

What to check first

  1. Measure solenoid resistance and insulation to ground
  2. Check the harness and connector pins
  3. Check for other solenoid codes pointing to a common supply
Can I drive with P0748? Usually yes for a short distance, but performance or economy may suffer and the fault can get worse. Diagnose it soon.

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What does P0748 mean?

P0748: Pressure Control Solenoid "A" Electrical. The transmission control sees an electrical problem in the pressure control solenoid "A" circuit (short, open or wrong current).

What are the symptoms of P0748?

Harsh, late or missing shifts. Transmission stuck in one gear (limp mode). Check engine or gearbox warning light.

What causes P0748?

Shorted or open solenoid winding. Harness or connector fault. Control module fault.

How do you diagnose P0748?

1. Measure solenoid resistance and insulation to ground 2. Check the harness and connector pins 3. Check for other solenoid codes pointing to a common supply

Can I drive with P0748?

Usually yes for a short distance, but performance or economy may suffer and the fault can get worse. Diagnose it soon.