{"id":74847,"date":"2022-10-09T19:09:29","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T02:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=74847"},"modified":"2023-08-17T15:37:41","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T22:37:41","slug":"p0876-code-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-switch-d-circuit-range-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0876-code-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-switch-d-circuit-range-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"P0876 Code: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor\/Switch D Circuit Range Performance"},"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\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .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_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_05a996-03{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_05a996-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_05a996-03 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-5c8b96  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-69695e\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b\"] 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_fdb8c3-0b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_fdb8c3-0b\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The P0876 code stands for &ldquo;Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor\/Switch D Circuit Range Performance.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s logged when the computer detects the transmission fluid pressure sensor&rsquo;s voltage isn&rsquo;t within the normal range.<\/li><li>Aside from a faulty pressure sensor, a transmission control module malfunction, low transmission fluid level, internal valve body issues, and internal transmission failure can also trigger the P0876 code.<\/li><li>If this code is set, you might notice symptoms like an illuminated check engine light, decreased fuel economy, and improper transmission shifting.<\/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\/auto-trans-oil-pressure-sensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission fluid pressure sensor\">transmission fluid pressure sensor<\/a> measures the pressure of the fluid going through the transmission and sends this data to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transmission-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission control module\">transmission control module<\/a> (TCM). OBD P0876 is a generic trouble code that the vehicle&rsquo;s computer could log if there&rsquo;s a problem with the transmission fluid sensor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0876 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><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) P0876 stands for &ldquo;Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor\/Switch D Circuit Range Performance.&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The transmission <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/oil-pressure-sensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fluid pressure sensor\">fluid pressure sensor<\/a>\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-oil-pressure-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"switch\">switch<\/a> (TFPS) is usually found inside the transmission beside the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/valve-body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"valve body\">valve body<\/a>. On some vehicles, it is screwed into the side of the <a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\/transmission-case\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"transmission case\">transmission case<\/a>\/body.<\/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\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"valve body housing fluid pressure sensor and switch\" class=\"wp-image-74848\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/valve-body-housing-fluid-pressure-sensor-and-switch.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>The transmission fluid pressure sensor\/switch (TFPS) is usually found inside the transmission beside the valve body.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The TFPS converts transmission pressure into electrical signals for the TCM or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/engine-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"powertrain control module\">powertrain control module<\/a> (PCM). The PCM uses the voltage signal when a shift occurs or to determine the right amount of transmission operating pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the PCM or TCM detects that the input voltage does not match the normal voltage reading that&rsquo;s set in its memory, it&rsquo;ll trigger the P0876 code. The code can also be logged due to a mechanical fault inside the transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> The definition of code P0876 can differ according to the vehicle manufacturer. Check 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 P0876 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bad transmission fluid sensor<\/li><li>TCM malfunction<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-check-automatic-transmission-fluid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Low transmission fluid level\">Low transmission fluid level<\/a><\/li><li>Wiring problems<\/li><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=\"Internal valve body problem\">Internal valve body problem<\/a><\/li><li>Internal transmission failure<\/li><\/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 P0876 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>Decreased fuel economy<\/li><li>Improper transmission shifting<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0876 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DTC P0876 can occur in different vehicles. This does not, however, imply that there is a universal solution to this problem. Keep in mind that vehicle structures differ depending on the manufacturer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re not familiar with vehicle repair, take your car to a mechanic for a proper diagnosis. Otherwise, you can diagnose the trouble code yourself. Here&rsquo;s a video that could give you an idea of what the process might involve.<\/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=\"Pressure Sensor &amp; Wiring Diagram\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_xSyhv6pWT0?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 P0876 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearing trouble codes can be tricky. If you don&rsquo;t have the right tools or know-how to get the job done, we recommend letting an expert resolve the trouble code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you&rsquo;re an experienced DIYer with in-depth knowledge of car repair, you can do the job yourself. Make sure you refer to vehicle-specific repair information before you get started. Repair manuals like those from Chilton or a subscription to an online repair database can give you information on the correct diagnostic and repair procedure to clear code P0876.<\/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\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>The transmission fluid pressure sensor measures the pressure of the fluid going through the transmission and sends this data to&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0876-code-transmission-fluid-pressure-sensor-switch-d-circuit-range-performance\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":75468,"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":[2158,1887,3167,1323,1838,3009,1222,3168],"ppma_author":[2607,2855],"class_list":{"0":"post-74847","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-obd-ii-trouble-codes","8":"tag-auto-trans-oil-pressure-sensor","9":"tag-automatic-transmission-oil-pressure-switch","10":"tag-automatic-transmission-pressure-sensor","11":"tag-engine-control-module-2","12":"tag-oil-pressure-sensor","13":"tag-transmission-case","14":"tag-transmission-control-module","15":"tag-valve-body","16":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>P0876 Code: Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor\/Switch D Circuit Range Performance - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Did your scan tool retrieve a P0876? 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