Check MyEngine Light
P0760Starts at: Get it checked this week

Shift solenoid C problem

A shift solenoid is an electric valve that helps an automatic transmission change gears. The computer found a problem with solenoid C.

TransmissionFix: Best left to a shop

What usually causes it

  1. A failed shift solenoid
  2. A damaged wire or a loose plug
  3. Low or dirty transmission fluid
  4. A worn valve body, the part that directs the fluid

What to watch for

  • Harsh shifts, or the car will not shift into some gears
  • Stuck in one gear, or a low power mode
  • Slipping or a burning smell

Can I keep driving?

We rate P0760 as Get it checked this week. It is not an emergency yet, but it can get worse. If the light starts flashing, stop driving soon.

Quick answers about P0760

What does P0760 mean?

Shift solenoid C problem. A shift solenoid is an electric valve that helps an automatic transmission change gears. The computer found a problem with solenoid C.

Can I keep driving with P0760?

We rate P0760 as Get it checked this week. It is not an emergency yet, but it can get worse. If the light starts flashing, stop driving soon.

What usually causes P0760?

The most common causes, in order: A failed shift solenoid; A damaged wire or a loose plug; Low or dirty transmission fluid; A worn valve body, the part that directs the fluid.

Estimates only. A mechanic should confirm. The same code can mean slightly different things on different cars; the app explains it for your exact year, make, model and mileage.