P0973
Shift Solenoid A Control Circuit Low
Generic code
Transmission System
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0973 means
- The fault code P0973 indicates that there is an issue with the control circuit for shift solenoid A. This may cause issues with the transmission's ability to shift gears and may result in poor vehicle performance.
Possible symptoms
- Difficulty shifting gears
- Illuminated check engine light
- Harsh shifting or slipping gears
- Poor vehicle performance
Possible causes
- Failed shift solenoid A
- Faulty wiring or connections in the circuit
- Loose or corroded electrical connections
- Failed transmission control module (TCM)
Related parts
- Shift Solenoid: It helps to change gears in automatic transmission cars. A bad solenoid causes difficulty in shifting gears
Possible solutions
- Replace the shift solenoid A
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Tighten or clean any loose or corroded electrical connections
- Replace the transmission control module (TCM) if necessary
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