{"id":64661,"date":"2022-01-11T23:27:11","date_gmt":"2022-01-12T07:27:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=64661"},"modified":"2024-12-17T17:57:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T01:57:04","slug":"p0770-code-shift-solenoid-e-malfunction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0770-code-shift-solenoid-e-malfunction\/","title":{"rendered":"P0770 Code: Shift Solenoid &#8220;E&#8221; Malfunction"},"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\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .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-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column64661_606fa8-4c inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-ab77f8  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-45f68a\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c\"] 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-heading64661_069f13-5c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64661_069f13-5c\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your vehicle&rsquo;s powertrain control module (PCM) will register a P0770 code if it detects a fault within the shift solenoid circuit that can cause the transmission to slip, overheat, or develop shifting issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faulty parts like the shift solenoid or torque converter lockup solenoid as well as contaminants in the transmission fluid and filter can cause on-board diagnostics to log this code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If this code is present, you might also notice that your vehicle is consuming more fuel than usual. It can also fall into limp mode.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Shift solenoid\">Shift solenoid<\/a> circuits play an important role in managing hydraulic circuits and fluid movements in automatic transmission vehicles. Your powertrain control module (PCM) monitors these mechanisms to ensure optimal transmission gear ratio and engine performance. If your PCM detects any malfunction in your shift solenoid circuits, it can trigger <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"trouble codes\">trouble codes<\/a>, such as code P0770.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use a scan tool on your vehicle and it sets a P0770 code, here&rsquo;s what you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0770 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generic transmission diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0770 stands for &ldquo;Shift Solenoid &ldquo;E&rdquo; Malfunction.&rdquo; This code indicates that your PCM has detected a malfunction in your transmission within your shift solenoid shift circuit, which is identified by designation &ldquo;E.&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shift-solenoid-1024x734.jpg\" alt=\"shift solenoid\" class=\"wp-image-64667\" style=\"width:1024px;height:734px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shift-solenoid-1024x734.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shift-solenoid-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shift-solenoid-768x550.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shift-solenoid-150x108.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shift-solenoid.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Code P0770 indicates that your PCM has detected a malfunction in your transmission within your shift solenoid shift circuit, which is identified by designation &ldquo;E.&rdquo;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An automatic transmission depends on multiple moving components, such as bands and clutches, to shift gears. These mechanisms use hydraulic fluid that&rsquo;s controlled by solenoids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/10r80-ford-transmission-shift-solenoid-diagram-904x1024.jpg\" alt=\"diagram of a 10r80 ford transmission shift solenoid\" class=\"wp-image-80082\" style=\"width:904px;height:1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/10r80-ford-transmission-shift-solenoid-diagram-904x1024.jpg 904w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/10r80-ford-transmission-shift-solenoid-diagram-265x300.jpg 265w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/10r80-ford-transmission-shift-solenoid-diagram-768x870.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/10r80-ford-transmission-shift-solenoid-diagram-150x170.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/10r80-ford-transmission-shift-solenoid-diagram.jpg 1324w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Transmissions with this many solenoids always have a lot of gears. In addition to the six shift solenoids on this 10R80 Ford Transmission, there are also TCC and Line Pressure solenoids. | Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The bands and clutches interact with the various parts of planetary gear sets to provide the different gear ranges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These movements need to work in sync with your engine to maximize vehicle performance at the appropriate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-car-rpm-stand-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"revolutions per minute (RPM)\">revolutions per minute (RPM)<\/a>. If a malfunction is detected within this mechanism, your PCM might set a P0770 code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> The definition of code P0770 can 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<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 Possible Causes of the P0770 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Different vehicular issues can trigger a P0770 code. Here are its most common causes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Defective shift solenoid or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/torque-converter-clutch-solenoid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"torque converter lockup solenoid\">torque converter lockup solenoid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contaminants in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-check-automatic-transmission-fluid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission fluid\">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=\"Clogged transmission filter\">Clogged transmission filter<\/a> or hydraulic passages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Damaged connectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-wiring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Wiring\">Wiring<\/a> problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PCM issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faulty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/valve-body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"valve body\">valve body<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission failure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"automotive transmission filter\" class=\"wp-image-64668\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/automotive-transmission-filter.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A clogged transmission filter is one of the possible causes of the P0770 code.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P0770 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some common symptoms linked to a P0770 code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Erratic and slipping transmission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission won&rsquo;t shift into a certain gear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overheating transmission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced fuel economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vehicle is in <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><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<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0770 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once&nbsp;a scan tool detects a P0770 code, further diagnosis can become too technical for a DIYer. If you encounter a P0770 code and you&rsquo;re unsure of your diagnostic abilities, you should always ask a mechanic for help. If you&rsquo;d like to know more about this trouble code, you can watch these videos:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Transmission Shift Solenoid\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/24gkmDDV0C8?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 a P0770 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s best not to try fixing P0770 yourself. It&rsquo;s too complicated for a do-it-yourselfer unless you&rsquo;re very familiar with the more complex transmissions and transaxles. Transmission work is typically done by specialty technicians who do nothing but transmissions every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, solving a DTC might be too technical for someone who isn&rsquo;t an automotive professional. Mechanics require years of training and experience to fix vehicle issues that trigger trouble codes. If you want to resolve a P0770 code right away, it&rsquo;s best to consult a mechanic as soon as you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can learn more about how to diagnose and troubleshoot OBD codes by doing some research. First, check out the underlying issues related to the P0770 code. From there, you can find out what&rsquo;s causing the trouble code and determine an appropriate course of action. You must also make sure that you&rsquo;re getting reliable information from a credible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"repair manual or repair database\">repair manual or repair database<\/a>. Also, note that what works for a P0770 code in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\/toyota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Toyota\">Toyota<\/a> might not work for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\/mazda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Mazda\">Mazda<\/a>. If you feel doubtful about troubleshooting this code on your own, don&rsquo;t think twice about consulting a mechanic.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Shift solenoid circuits play an important role in managing hydraulic circuits and fluid movements in automatic transmission vehicles. 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