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P0750Shift Solenoid "A"

What it means

The transmission control sees an electrical fault (usually an open circuit) in the shift solenoid "A" circuit.

Symptoms

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

Common causes

  • Open solenoid winding
  • Wiring or connector fault (often the transmission harness or its plug)
  • Transmission control module fault

What to check first

  1. Measure the solenoid resistance through the transmission connector
  2. Check the connector for transmission fluid wicking into it
  3. Check supply and control with a scan tool actuation test
Can I drive with P0750? 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 P0750 mean?

P0750: Shift Solenoid "A". The transmission control sees an electrical fault (usually an open circuit) in the shift solenoid "A" circuit.

What are the symptoms of P0750?

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

What causes P0750?

Open solenoid winding. Wiring or connector fault (often the transmission harness or its plug). Transmission control module fault.

How do you diagnose P0750?

1. Measure the solenoid resistance through the transmission connector 2. Check the connector for transmission fluid wicking into it 3. Check supply and control with a scan tool actuation test

Can I drive with P0750?

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