Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0963
Pressure Control Solenoid A Control Circuit High
Voltage at pressure control solenoid A driver above threshold, suggesting short to battery or open winding.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number9 / 63
Possible causes
- Short to battery high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Supply wire pinched against B+ source 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: 400–2000 €
- Estimated time: 2–6 h
- Component: pressure control solenoid a
- Component: wiring harness
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012