P2716
Pressure Control Solenoid D Electrical
Transmission
Generic OBD-II
Medium
What it means
P2716 means the transmission control module detected an electrical fault (open or short) in pressure control solenoid "D" — a valve that regulates hydraulic line pressure for shifting. The transmission may shift harshly, slip, or drop into limp mode. It's usually a solenoid, wiring, or connector fault; the engine itself starts and runs normally.
Medium
Can I keep driving? May shift harshly, slip, or drop into limp mode — the engine starts and runs fine, but drive gently to a shop.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check-engine light on
- Harsh or slipping shifts
- Transmission in limp/failsafe mode (often stuck in one gear)
- Reduced fuel economy
Common causes
Most likely first
- Faulty pressure control solenoid D (electrical open or short)Likely
- Damaged wiring or connector at the solenoidCommon
- Dirty or contaminated transmission fluid affecting the solenoidCommon
- Internal transmission harness faultLess often
- Faulty PCM/TCM (rare)Less often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Read freeze-frame; confirm the electrical fault on pressure control solenoid D.
- Inspect the transmission connector and internal harness for damage.
- Measure the solenoid's resistance against spec.
- Check transmission fluid level and condition.
- Replace the solenoid or internal harness if out of spec; clear and retest.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P2716?+
The engine starts and runs normally, but the transmission may shift harshly or enter limp mode. Drive gently to a shop and avoid long trips or towing until it's repaired.
Can I just clear P2716?+
It returns until the solenoid, wiring, or fluid issue is fixed. An electrical fault like this won't clear itself with a reset.
Related codes
Often seen with P2716
Read & clear P2716 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