P0782
2-3 Shift Malfunction
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0782 means
- The fault code P0782 indicates that there is an issue with the automatic transmission's 2-3 shift operation, which may prevent the vehicle from shifting from second to third gear properly.
Possible symptoms
- Harsh shifting between second and third gears
- Delayed or no shifting from second to third gears
- Illuminated check engine light
- Reduced fuel efficiency
- Transmission slipping or overheating
Possible causes
- Faulty shift solenoid
- Low transmission fluid level or poor quality fluid
- Malfunctioning valve body
- Damaged or worn transmission components
- Failed transmission control module (TCM)
Related parts
- Transmission Shift Sensor: Gear Shift Sensor communicates the position the gear shifted to. Problems lead to difficulty in shifting gears
Possible solutions
- Replace the faulty shift solenoid
- Check and top off the transmission fluid or replace with high
- quality fluid
- Repair or replace the valve body
- Inspect and replace any damaged or worn transmission components
- Replace the transmission control module (TCM) if necessary
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