{"id":74645,"date":"2022-10-09T22:52:57","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T05:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=74645"},"modified":"2023-09-18T17:33:02","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T00:33:02","slug":"p0877-code-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-switch-d-circuit-low","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0877-code-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-switch-d-circuit-low\/","title":{"rendered":"P0877 Code: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor \/ Switch \u201cD\u201d Circuit Low"},"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-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .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-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_1646ed-19{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_1646ed-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_1646ed-19 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-8f9511  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-3ed750\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d\"] 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-heading_4f0bb3-1d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4f0bb3-1d\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A registered P0877 trouble code means that the powertrain control module (PCM) has detected a discrepancy in the ideal range of the transmission fluid pressure sensor.<\/li><li>A faulty transmission fluid pressure sensor, low transmission fluid, and wiring issues are common reasons why this code can appear.<\/li><li>The most common symptoms of a logged P0877 include poor shift quality and the vehicle getting stuck in limp mode.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-pressure-sensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission fluid pressure sensor (TFPS)\">transmission fluid pressure sensor (TFPS)<\/a> is a device that converts mechanical transmission pressure into an electrical signal for the powertrain control module (PCM) or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transmission-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission control module (TCM)\">transmission control module (TCM)<\/a>. If this electrical signal doesn&rsquo;t match the range stored in the PCM or TCM&rsquo;s memory, the vehicle&rsquo;s computer will log a P0877 code on a scan tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0877 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0877 stands for &ldquo;Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor \/ Switch &lsquo;D&rsquo; Circuit Low.&rdquo; This is a generic powertrain code that usually applies to vehicles with OBD-II.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The PCM or TCM uses the voltage signal from the TFPS to determine the transmission pressure and informs other controllers that utilize the vehicle&rsquo;s data bus. A P0877 code is set when the electrical signal from the TFPS differs from the expected range of the PCM or TCM. Internal transmission problems can also cause the code to be set. The code can also be caused by mechanical issues inside the transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"car transmission fluid pressure sensor image\" class=\"wp-image-74725\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-150x90.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>If the electrical signal from the TFPS doesn&rsquo;t match the range stored in the PCM or TCM&rsquo;s memory, it will log a P0877 code.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The P0877 code shouldn&rsquo;t be confused with other &ldquo;D&rdquo; circuit codes, such as P0875, P0876 P0878, and P0879.<\/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<p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> The definition of code P0877 might 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 Common Causes of the P0877 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Faulty pressure sensor or switch<\/li><li>Circuit issues, such as a damaged <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-wiring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wire\">wire<\/a> or poor connection<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-much-is-transmission-fluid-plus-answers-to-commonly-asked-questions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Low fluid level\">Low fluid level<\/a><\/li><li>Internal transmission failure<\/li><li>Failed PCM or software in need of an update<\/li><li>Failed TCM or software in need of an update<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P0877 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><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><li>Shift quality is affected<\/li><li>Transmission stuck 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><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"driver shifting an automatic transmission gear\" class=\"wp-image-74744\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shifting-automatic-transmission-gear.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Issues with the shift quality of your vehicle is a common symptom of the P0877 code.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0877 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A P0877 code might share symptoms, causes, and affected areas with other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"DTCs\">DTCs<\/a> that are related to the TFPS. You&rsquo;ll have to follow the diagnostic procedures that are recommended for your specific vehicle. We recommend doing your own research before attempting any repairs on your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&rsquo;t have the confidence to diagnose your vehicle, you should leave the job to a professional. They can perform the tests and repairs needed for your vehicle so that you don&rsquo;t have to do them yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix the P0877 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many things to consider when clearing a P0877 code. You have to take your vehicle&rsquo;s make and model into account because some diagnostic and repair procedures can differ. For example, what might work to resolve a P0877 code for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/gmc-acadia-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"GMC Acadia\">GMC Acadia<\/a> might not work for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/chevrolet-impala-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chevy Impala\">Chevy Impala<\/a>. Fortunately, you can find OBD-II <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/best-online-resources-to-help-you-learn-how-to-fix-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"resources online\">resources online<\/a> to get started on your DIY repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re planning to work on your vehicle, we suggest looking for technical service bulletins published by your vehicle&rsquo;s manufacturer. These bulletins can include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"specific repair information\">specific repair information<\/a> that can help you save time. You can also get a Chilton repair manual to familiarize yourself with your vehicle&rsquo;s many components. If you have extra money, you should get an ALLDATA subscription because it contains comprehensive factory information for your vehicle.<\/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\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>The transmission fluid pressure sensor (TFPS) is a device that converts mechanical transmission pressure into an electrical signal for the&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0877-code-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-switch-d-circuit-low\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":74740,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1314],"tags":[3167],"ppma_author":[2607,2855],"class_list":{"0":"post-74645","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-obd-ii-trouble-codes","8":"tag-automatic-transmission-pressure-sensor","9":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>P0877 Code: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor \/ Switch \u201cD\u201d Circuit Low - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Wondering what a P0877 diagnostic trouble code means? 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