Transmission fluid pressure switch
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I have a 2009 civic sedan with code PO847 which is 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch (short or stuck on). Can anyone help me to locate this switch on the transmission. Thanks.
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
The trans pressure switches have been a somewhat common issue across the entire car line for several years.
P0847 is defined as 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck ON, or wiring short to ground.
It's down low on the front, below the ATF cooler. Toward the far drivers side.
Single wire, black with red tracer.
Top view (if battery and everything were out of the way)
Here's a good one, looking up from under the front, splash shields removed
P0847 is defined as 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck ON, or wiring short to ground.
It's down low on the front, below the ATF cooler. Toward the far drivers side.
Single wire, black with red tracer.
Top view (if battery and everything were out of the way)
Here's a good one, looking up from under the front, splash shields removed
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Great job ezone.
OP, get a fluid change, its 4 years old.
What's your mileage ?? My 2010 finally brought up the mm code at 65k miles and fluid has already been changed twice (I go with 25k interval) coming up again at 75k
OP, get a fluid change, its 4 years old.
What's your mileage ?? My 2010 finally brought up the mm code at 65k miles and fluid has already been changed twice (I go with 25k interval) coming up again at 75k
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Did you think it wasn't important or something?
SMH.
There's service info specifically addressing this combination of codes.
The P0756 code can be caused by the 3rd pressure switch problem.
Last edited by ezone; 09-10-2013 at 12:54 PM.
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Drain the fluid through a strainer, see if any debris comes out. If it is clean, replace the switch.
If chunks come out, then......that's a problem.
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Hello, please i drive an Automatic Civic 2007model and the "D" light indicator blinks while driving, when i diagnosed it, P0848 was the Error code "transmission fluid pressure switch/circuit B High. please can someone show me where the pressure switch is on the type of car or is it the same as that of P0847 ?
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Hello, please i drive an Automatic Civic 2007model and the "D" light indicator blinks while driving, when i diagnosed it, P0848 was the Error code "transmission fluid pressure switch/circuit B High. please can someone show me where the pressure switch is on the type of car or is it the same as that of P0847 ?
P0847: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck on
P0848: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck off
As always, certain wiring issues could cause the same codes so inspect before just replacing parts.
A cut or chewed wire could cause the same P0848 code.
HTH
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Same switch as above, the code number represents a different problem:
P0847: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck on
P0848: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck off
As always, certain wiring issues could cause the same codes so inspect before just replacing parts.
A cut or chewed wire could cause the same P0848 code.
HTH
P0847: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck on
P0848: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck off
As always, certain wiring issues could cause the same codes so inspect before just replacing parts.
A cut or chewed wire could cause the same P0848 code.
HTH
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
please i was able to solve the P0848 code problem but when i was driving back this evening the gear jerked before selecting and i immediately scanned it...it displayed a P0776 code - pressure solenoid B performance/stuck off. please i need help urgently on what to so.
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Same switch as above, the code number represents a different problem:
P0847: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck on
P0848: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck off
As always, certain wiring issues could cause the same codes so inspect before just replacing parts.
A cut or chewed wire could cause the same P0848 code.
HTH
P0847: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck on
P0848: 3rd clutch pressure switch stuck off
As always, certain wiring issues could cause the same codes so inspect before just replacing parts.
A cut or chewed wire could cause the same P0848 code.
HTH
please i was able to solve the P0848 code problem but when i was driving back this evening the gear jerked before selecting and i immediately scanned it...it displayed a P0776 code - pressure solenoid B performance/stuck off. please i need help urgently on what to so
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
The jerk you felt may have been the cause of the p0776 code.
If the engine RPM flared during the 1-2 shift it may set the code.
If a shift was slow or missed, if the two shaft speeds were not correct at the time of a shift, the computer may interpret that as a shift valve problem.
So, it could be a shift solenoid valve problem, or it could be a mechanical problem in the trans, or it could be a hydraulic problem in the trans.
Have you checked the fluid level and condition?
Did you clear the code and see how it drives after that?
If the engine RPM flared during the 1-2 shift it may set the code.
If a shift was slow or missed, if the two shaft speeds were not correct at the time of a shift, the computer may interpret that as a shift valve problem.
So, it could be a shift solenoid valve problem, or it could be a mechanical problem in the trans, or it could be a hydraulic problem in the trans.
Have you checked the fluid level and condition?
Did you clear the code and see how it drives after that?
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
The jerk you felt may have been the cause of the p0776 code.
If the engine RPM flared during the 1-2 shift it may set the code.
If a shift was slow or missed, if the two shaft speeds were not correct at the time of a shift, the computer may interpret that as a shift valve problem.
So, it could be a shift solenoid valve problem, or it could be a mechanical problem in the trans, or it could be a hydraulic problem in the trans.
Have you checked the fluid level and condition?
Did you clear the code and see how it drives after that?
If the engine RPM flared during the 1-2 shift it may set the code.
If a shift was slow or missed, if the two shaft speeds were not correct at the time of a shift, the computer may interpret that as a shift valve problem.
So, it could be a shift solenoid valve problem, or it could be a mechanical problem in the trans, or it could be a hydraulic problem in the trans.
Have you checked the fluid level and condition?
Did you clear the code and see how it drives after that?
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Hi Everyone,
I'm a newbie to the forum and also to the Civic world! Great to be here though. I was online searching for a solution to pretty much the same problem (error codes p0848 and p0777) and i'm glad to see an end in sight.
@Niyi, please can you share how you solved the p0848 issue you had also if you've solved the p0776 error as well. Would be great to get the feedback.
My car has both codes P0848 and P0777 and jerks when entering reverse and some times drive, this will continue to happen until the "D" light starts flashing and then what happens for about 5 more minutes (i think till the oil warms up) is that on trying to change to the 4th gear, the rev will spike up before the 4th gear engages. Now from what i gathered from my online research, Just like Ezone said, the 3rd pressure switch would need to be replaced but i also seem to find that i may need to replace the Transmission Solenoid as well.
I'm a newbie to the forum and also to the Civic world! Great to be here though. I was online searching for a solution to pretty much the same problem (error codes p0848 and p0777) and i'm glad to see an end in sight.
@Niyi, please can you share how you solved the p0848 issue you had also if you've solved the p0776 error as well. Would be great to get the feedback.
My car has both codes P0848 and P0777 and jerks when entering reverse and some times drive, this will continue to happen until the "D" light starts flashing and then what happens for about 5 more minutes (i think till the oil warms up) is that on trying to change to the 4th gear, the rev will spike up before the 4th gear engages. Now from what i gathered from my online research, Just like Ezone said, the 3rd pressure switch would need to be replaced but i also seem to find that i may need to replace the Transmission Solenoid as well.
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Hi Everyone,
I'm a newbie to the forum and also to the Civic world! Great to be here though. I was online searching for a solution to pretty much the same problem (error codes p0848 and p0777) and i'm glad to see an end in sight.
@Niyi, please can you share how you solved the p0848 issue you had also if you've solved the p0776 error as well. Would be great to get the feedback.
My car has both codes P0848 and P0777 and jerks when entering reverse and some times drive, this will continue to happen until the "D" light starts flashing and then what happens for about 5 more minutes (i think till the oil warms up) is that on trying to change to the 4th gear, the rev will spike up before the 4th gear engages. Now from what i gathered from my online research, Just like Ezone said, the 3rd pressure switch would need to be replaced but i also seem to find that i may need to replace the Transmission Solenoid as well.
I'm a newbie to the forum and also to the Civic world! Great to be here though. I was online searching for a solution to pretty much the same problem (error codes p0848 and p0777) and i'm glad to see an end in sight.
@Niyi, please can you share how you solved the p0848 issue you had also if you've solved the p0776 error as well. Would be great to get the feedback.
My car has both codes P0848 and P0777 and jerks when entering reverse and some times drive, this will continue to happen until the "D" light starts flashing and then what happens for about 5 more minutes (i think till the oil warms up) is that on trying to change to the 4th gear, the rev will spike up before the 4th gear engages. Now from what i gathered from my online research, Just like Ezone said, the 3rd pressure switch would need to be replaced but i also seem to find that i may need to replace the Transmission Solenoid as well.
@Ezone, thanks alot for your prompt help...i'm grateful...cheers
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Hey Niyi, thanks for coming back with your update and Ezone thanks for kicking knowledge up in here.
I changed my 3rd gear pressure switch this weekend and the D stopped blinking too (yaay!!) saved up to 20 times what i might have spent if i went to a mech cos it was DIY job.
Not so interesting news is that i still have an occasion (if the car hasn't been warmed up) where the rev will spike up in between gear change whilst i am accelerating. I'm thinking i might still need to change the shift control solenoid or may be just the transmission fluid. (i know what's there now isnt the Honda standard)
I also now have to use the shift lock bypass (press with slim object) to get out of park, but that most likely is a burnt fuse tied to my brake lights (which all of a sudden stopped working just after i changed the pressure switch ) .
Any i'm half way thru my gear issues and thats good news....will try finding the bad fuse and replace (if any ) and also change the trans fluid and update you all.
cheers and have a good week.
PS...do share your thoughts everyone, on this please.
I changed my 3rd gear pressure switch this weekend and the D stopped blinking too (yaay!!) saved up to 20 times what i might have spent if i went to a mech cos it was DIY job.
Not so interesting news is that i still have an occasion (if the car hasn't been warmed up) where the rev will spike up in between gear change whilst i am accelerating. I'm thinking i might still need to change the shift control solenoid or may be just the transmission fluid. (i know what's there now isnt the Honda standard)
I also now have to use the shift lock bypass (press with slim object) to get out of park, but that most likely is a burnt fuse tied to my brake lights (which all of a sudden stopped working just after i changed the pressure switch ) .
Any i'm half way thru my gear issues and thats good news....will try finding the bad fuse and replace (if any ) and also change the trans fluid and update you all.
cheers and have a good week.
PS...do share your thoughts everyone, on this please.
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
I also now have to use the shift lock bypass (press with slim object) to get out of park, but that most likely is a burnt fuse tied to my brake lights (which all of a sudden stopped working just after i changed the pressure switch ) .
I see them fail too.
#24
Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Hello Ezone, its been a while off this forum... please i now drive an accord 2003model which drags at initially piont of acceleration especially when climbing a hilly road...please what should i check?
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
Automatic trans or manual?
Check engine light on? Codes?
Does the transmission begin from a stop in 1st gear?
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
it's a 4cylinder, Automatic Transmission....but i'm yet to scan it...the drag feels more from the engine because the gears changes very smoothly...will try to scan it soon then probably change the the plugs because it vibrates when idling on on D-gear...
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
What country are you located?
If you are not in North America, I may not be able to offer much help to you but I'll see what I can do.
#28
Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
I own a 2008 Honda civic lx with 97k miles. I used a code reader after I realized that my car started to kick back while shifting into 1st gear and going back to 1st gear.(Started today) Then my malfunction indicator light and the D started to flash. I'm not entirely sure if it's had a transmission fluid flush before, it hasn't since I've owned it. But the color of the fluid is a reddish dark. After using the code reader, I got the codes P0847 and P0756. The trans only struggles shifting into 1st and going back to 1st gear. Any ideas? Would appreciate the help!
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Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
I got the codes P0847 and P0756.
Fluid service is always a good idea if done correctly (no flush machines or chemicals), and with the correct Honda DW1 fluid.
#30
Re: Transmission fluid pressure switch
I got P0848 code on my 2008 Civic two days ago. Did a fluid change and still is in. I ordered a new switch that should be in tomorrow. Hopefully that fixes issue. Car drives fine and shifts smoothly.