P0967
Pressure Control Solenoid B Control Circuit High
Transmission
Generic OBD-II
Medium
What it means
P0967 means the transmission control module detected high voltage on the control circuit for pressure control solenoid B, which regulates internal line pressure. Because line pressure governs shift quality, this can cause harsh or slipping shifts and often triggers limp mode. It's usually a solenoid, wiring, or connector fault rather than a mechanical failure.
Medium
Can I keep driving? Drive gently and get it fixed soon — the transmission may go into limp mode or shift harshly, and wrong line pressure can wear it over time.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check-engine light on
- Harsh, delayed, or erratic shifting
- Transmission slipping
- Limp mode (stuck in a single gear)
- Transmission running hotter than normal
Common causes
Most likely first
- Faulty pressure control (line-pressure) solenoid BLikely
- Wiring short to power or open in the solenoid control circuitCommon
- Corroded or loose connector at the transmission / solenoidCommon
- Failed transmission control module (TCM)Less often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Read freeze-frame data and check for companion solenoid codes (P0965, P0966).
- Inspect the transmission connector and harness for damage, corrosion, or a short to voltage.
- Measure the solenoid's resistance against spec; replace the pressure control solenoid if out of range.
- Confirm fluid level and condition, then re-test. If the circuit is good, have the TCM evaluated.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P0967?+
Short distances only. Incorrect line pressure can cause slipping and harsh shifts that accelerate transmission wear, so have it repaired promptly.
Can I just clear P0967?+
It will come back until the solenoid or its wiring is fixed. Clearing only resets any limp mode temporarily.
Related codes
Often seen with P0967
Read & clear P0967 yourself
Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.
✓ Verified name — SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6Guidance reviewed by OBD DashX