Powertrain
generic / SAE
P08C4
Pressure Control Solenoid M Performance/Stuck Off
Pressure control solenoid M is commanded on but does not produce the expected pressure. Spool stuck closed or hydraulic feed restricted.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number8 / C4
Possible causes
- Solenoid spool stuck in closed position high
- Hydraulic feed restricted by debris medium
- Carbon or debris buildup preventing free movement low
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