OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P08D5 Shift Solenoid K
A general fault in shift solenoid K. Affects gear engagement timing or pressure.
Is it safe to drive with P08D5?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySolenoid failed
- PossibleWorn valve body
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
- 2–8 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Shift Solenoid K, Valve Body
Related codes
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- P076AShift Solenoid H
- P0770Shift Solenoid E
- P08CCShift Solenoid J
- P08DEShift Solenoid L
- P2706Shift Solenoid F
- P08D2Shift Solenoid J Control Circuit Low
- P08D3Shift Solenoid J Control Circuit High
- P08D4Shift Solenoid J Control Circuit/Open
- P08D6Shift Solenoid K Performance/Stuck Off
- P08D7Shift Solenoid K Stuck On
- P08D8Shift Solenoid K Electrical
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.