Powertrain
generic / SAE
P08C3
Pressure Control Solenoid M
A general fault in pressure control solenoid M. Detected via electrical resistance, response to commanded duty cycle, or downstream pressure measurement.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number8 / C3
Possible causes
- Aged solenoid coil resistance drift high
- Worn valve body bore around the solenoid medium
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 300–2500 €
- Estimated time: 2–8 h
- Component: pressure control solenoid m
- Component: valve body
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012