{"id":46588,"date":"2021-12-09T19:05:36","date_gmt":"2021-12-10T03:05:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=46588"},"modified":"2024-12-19T04:55:32","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T12:55:32","slug":"p0776-code-pressure-control-solenoid-b-perf-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0776-code-pressure-control-solenoid-b-perf-off\/","title":{"rendered":"P0776 Code: Pressure Control Solenoid B Perf \/ Off"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column46588_6b4408-8b inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-2ff4a1  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-0343d6\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading46588_105cf9-ea\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0776 stands for &ldquo;P0776 Code: Pressure Control Solenoid B Perf \/ Off.&rdquo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This code is set when the pressure control solenoid &ldquo;B&rdquo; stops properly functioning or becomes stuck in the off position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common causes of the P0776 code include contaminated transmission fluid, clogged transmission fluid filter, and a bad pressure control solenoid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A vehicle that logs a P0776 code can show symptoms like an illuminated check engine light, the power control module (PCM) activating limp mode, and the transmission slipping while shifting between gears.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An automatic transmission is able to change gears using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"solenoids\">solenoids<\/a> that manage fluid pressure between the hydraulic circuits in the transmission assembly. When the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/engine-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"powertrain control module\">powertrain control module<\/a> detects that there is something wrong with one of these solenoids, the P0776 code might appear when you plug in a scan tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0776 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Diagnostic trouble code\">Diagnostic trouble code<\/a> (DTC) P0776 stands for &ldquo;Pressure Control Solenoid B Perf\/Off.&rdquo; It is a generic, transmission-related trouble code that typically applies to vehicles that are equipped with an electronically controlled automatic transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most automatic transmissions have three solenoid groups that are labeled as A, B, and C. The PCM controls these solenoids to direct fluid at the appropriate pressure to various hydraulic circuits. These pressure changes cause the transmission to change gear ratios at the correct timing. The P0776 is triggered by the PCM when the pressure control solenoid &ldquo;B&rdquo; is not functioning properly, or is stuck in the &ldquo;off&rdquo; position.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column46588_6168ee-61 > 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.kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column46588_89c277-90 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column46588_89c277-90 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column46588_89c277-90 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column46588_89c277-90 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column46588_89c277-90{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column46588_89c277-90 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column46588_89c277-90 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column46588_89c277-90 inner-column-2 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n            There are two aspects of control solenoids, i.e., electrical and mechanical. Typically, if the ECM\/PCM detects no electrical fault in the solenoid circuit but rationality checks indicate that the mechanical part of the solenoid isn&rsquo;t responding as commanded, a fault is set that identifies a &ldquo;performance&rdquo; problem with that solenoid.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"792\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/automatic-transmission-solenoid-1024x792.jpg\" alt=\"automatic transmission solenoid\" class=\"wp-image-46598\" style=\"width:1024px;height:792px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/automatic-transmission-solenoid-1024x792.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/automatic-transmission-solenoid-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/automatic-transmission-solenoid-768x594.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/automatic-transmission-solenoid-150x116.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/automatic-transmission-solenoid.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Most automatic transmissions have three solenoid groups that are labeled as A, B, and C. The PCM controls these solenoids to direct fluid at the appropriate pressure to various hydraulic circuits.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Note: <\/strong>The definition of the P0776 code may be different depending on the vehicle manufacturer. Consult the appropriate repair manual or repair database for the exact code definition.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Possible Causes of the P0776 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned in the definition, the code can be triggered when the PCM detects that the pressure control solenoid is faulty or defective. However, there are also other possible causes including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-change-transmission-fluid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dirty or contaminated transmission fluid\">Dirty or contaminated transmission fluid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-transmission-filter-symptoms-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dirty or clogged transmission fluid filter\">Dirty or clogged transmission fluid filter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defective pressure control solenoid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defective transmission fluid pump<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/transmission-valve-body-what-it-is-how-it-works-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Defective transmission valve body\">Defective transmission valve body<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hydraulic passages are restricted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faulty or damaged solenoid wiring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-pcm-meaning-symptoms-of-failure-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Faulty PCM\">Faulty PCM<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P0776 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The symptoms of the P0776 code are mostly transmission-related:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Illuminated check engine light\">Illuminated check engine light<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The vehicle enters <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/web-stories\/what-is-limp-mode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"limp mode\">limp mode<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission slips when shifting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission overheating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission jerking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decreased fuel economy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0776 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even though you&rsquo;ve identified the P0776 code using a scan tool, identifying whether the problem is actually caused by a faulty pressure control solenoid or not might still be difficult. Vehicle transmissions are often located under the vehicle and require a lot of time and labor to be able to disassemble and inspect. To get a proper diagnosis, you may want to consult a professional. If you want to learn more about how to diagnose and replace your vehicle&rsquo;s pressure control solenoid, you can check out the video below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve Testing and Replacement P0746 P0747 P0776 P0777 P0962 P0963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/saYghwsCssk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix the P0776 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you start working on any repair, you first need to have an accurate diagnosis. This is because the fix you&rsquo;re going to perform will depend on your diagnosis. There isn&rsquo;t an all-encompassing fix for any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"OBD-II code\">OBD-II code<\/a>. As listed above, there are a variety of possible causes for this OBD-II code, so there are also many possible fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&rsquo;ve accurately identified the issue causing the P0776 code, you can consult online auto repair resources and how-to guides for possible fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A fix for an OBD-II code for one vehicle may not be applicable for another because all vehicles are different. As a result, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"consult your vehicle&rsquo;s repair manual\">consult your vehicle&rsquo;s repair manual<\/a> when it comes to troubleshooting and repairing diagnostic trouble codes. Chilton repair manuals may also be useful. 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