OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P075D Shift Solenoid G Electrical

General electrical fault on the shift solenoid G control circuit — open coil, short to ground, short to battery voltage, or driver feedback outside the expected range. The TCM disables this solenoid and falls back to limp-home gear logic to protect the transmission.

Is it safe to drive with P075D?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyOpen solenoid coil
  • PossibleDamaged wiring at the transmission case connector
  • PossibleATF-soaked connector causing leakage path

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
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1–5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Shift Solenoid G, Tcm, Wiring Harness

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.