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What causes a p0796 transmission code to go off?

What causes a p0796 transmission code to go off?

Causes for this P0796 transmission code may include: 1 Defective Pressure Control Solenoid 2 Dirty or contaminated fluid 3 Dirty or clogged transmission filter 4 Defective Transmission Pump 5 Defective Transmission Valve Body 6 Restricted hydraulic passages 7 Corroded or damaged connector 8 Faulty or damaged wiring 9 Faulty PCM

How much does it cost to repair a p0796 Chevrolet?

The cost of diagnosing the P0796 CHEVROLET code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair’s diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type.

When does the PCM set the code p0796?

The code P0796 is set by the PCM when the Pressure Control Solenoid “C” is not functioning properly or stuck in the “Off” position. Example of a transmission pressure control solenoid:

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Causes for this P0796 transmission code may include: 1 Defective Pressure Control Solenoid 2 Dirty or contaminated fluid 3 Dirty or clogged transmission filter 4 Defective Transmission Pump 5 Defective Transmission Valve Body 6 Restricted hydraulic passages 7 Corroded or damaged connector 8 Faulty or damaged wiring 9 Faulty PCM

The cost of diagnosing the P0796 CHEVROLET code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair’s diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type.

The code P0796 is set by the PCM when the Pressure Control Solenoid “C” is not functioning properly or stuck in the “Off” position. Example of a transmission pressure control solenoid:

What’s the transmission code on my Malibu LTZ?

OK, so my 2009 Malibu LTZ (3.6L, 6T70 transmission) has a P0796 code and is out of commission. Shifting way too erratically to drive. Sometimes it just falls out of gear while driving. This question is not about the issues, though…

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