Code
P27D1
Generic
P — Powertrain
Pressure Control Solenoid S Performance/Stuck Off
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Failed or mechanically stuck pressure control solenoid (S)
- Open/shorted wiring or poor connector contact to the solenoid
- Faulty transmission control module (TCM) driver circuit
- Low or contaminated transmission fluid causing valve sticking
- Valve body contamination or internal hydraulic blockage
- Blown fuse or loss of supply/ground to solenoid circuit
Symptoms
- MIL illumination with stored DTC P27D1
- Harsh, delayed, or erratic gear shifts
- Transmission slipping or inability to engage certain gears
- Reduced performance or limp-home mode
- Unusual transmission noise or lack of positive engagement
What to check
- Read and record freeze-frame and freeze data with a scan tool; note transmission temperature and vehicle conditions when code set
- Verify other stored transmission codes that may indicate related faults
- Visually inspect solenoid connector and wiring for corrosion, damage, or loose pins
- Backprobe solenoid connector and command solenoid with scan tool to observe response
- Check transmission fluid level and condition (contamination, burnt odor, metal particles)
- Measure solenoid coil resistance and compare to expected range
Signal parameters
- Typical solenoid coil resistance: ~15–50 ohms (manufacturer-specific); large deviation indicates open/short
- Expected control: PWM from TCM; frequency commonly 50–300 Hz (varies by design)
- Duty cycle: 0–100% depending on commanded pressure; stuck-off will show 0% duty when commanded >0%
- Operating current: typically 0.2–1.5 A when energized (depends on coil resistance and supply)
- Supply voltage at connector (ignition on): ~12 V (or battery voltage) to power driver; verify ground continuity
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame, note transmission temp and driving conditions. Clear code and attempt to re-create while monitoring live data.
- Confirm presence of P27D1 only or additional related DTCs (hybrid faults, other solenoids).
- Inspect harness and connector visually; repair any damage, push-fit corrosion, or loose terminals.
- Backprobe solenoid connector while operating scanner: command TCM to actuate Solenoid S and observe PWM/duty cycle and whether it changes from 0%.
- With ignition off, disconnect connector and measure solenoid coil resistance. Compare to spec. Infinite/open or near-zero short indicates coil failure.
- With ignition on, verify supply voltage to solenoid connector and check ground return. No supply or no ground indicates wiring or fuse/relay/TCM issue.
- If wiring and power are good but solenoid does not respond to commanded PWM, consider bench-testing the solenoid (apply appropriate controlled voltage/current) or swapping with a known-good identical solenoid if available.
- If solenoid bench test is good, inspect valve body/pressure control valve for contamination or sticking. Clean/replace valve body as required.
- If wiring, solenoid, and valve body check out, test or replace the TCM or repair its driver circuit per manufacturer procedures.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform road test under conditions that originally set the code. Re-scan for reappearance and verify proper transmission operation.
Likely causes
- Solenoid stuck mechanically or electrically failed
- Connector corrosion, broken wire, or intermittent circuit
- Contaminated or low ATF causing valve to stick
- TCM driver fault (less common)
Fault status
Status
Pressure Control Solenoid S Performance/Stuck Off — TCM detected that solenoid S is not commanding pressure (stuck off or not responding).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-3.0 hours
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