OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0745 Pressure Control Solenoid A
A general fault on transmission pressure control solenoid A - the solenoid that meters main line pressure for the entire valve body.
Is it safe to drive with P0745?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelySolenoid internal fault
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
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 2–6 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Pressure Control Solenoid A
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- P0748Pressure Control Solenoid A Electrical
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.