Powertrain, generic · Transmission

P097D Shift Solenoid D Control Circuit/Open

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modePossible

Open-circuit fault in the drive circuit of shift solenoid D. No maker documents this code publicly. GM's Allison tables that use P097A to P097C stop at shift solenoid 3, and Ford, which has a solenoid D in its 5R110W, 6R80, 6F and 6R140 gearboxes, reports an open SSD under the base code P0765, with P0982/P0983 for ground and power shorts. Any use would follow the CARB rule that every transmission output must be checked for lack of circuit continuity, plus the pattern of the A to C codes: a high-impedance reading confirmed by switching the driver. On Ford's 6R80 and 6F, SSD feeds either CBLR or C456 through a multiplex valve, so an open there would disturb first and upper gears alike.

Likely causes

Open coil of shift solenoid D
Disconnected or corroded terminal in the solenoid D circuit
Broken wire in the transmission harness
Faulty driver in the control module

Symptoms

  • Warning light or MIL on
  • Missing gears that depend on solenoid D
  • Limp mode in a fixed gear

Repair estimate

DifficultyHardWorkshop job
Parts and labour€100–1,500
Time1–5 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

shift solenoid dwiring harnesstcm

Related codes

P0765P0981P0982P0983P097CP097E

References: law.cornell.edu, newtonnet.co.uk, gsi.ext.gm.com.