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System Description

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The 1-2 shift valve performs shifting to 1st gear and other gears.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Memory
P0781 1-2 Shift (1-2 Shift Valve) 1-2 shift valve malfunction:
Shifting to 2nd and 4th gears is impossible. When the ECM directs the gearshift to change to 5th or 6th gear, the engine overruns (clutch slips). (2-trip detection logic)
(a) and (b), or (a) and (c)
(a) When the ECM directs the gearshift to change to 2nd gear, the actual gear is shifted to 1st.
(b) When the ECM directs the gearshift to change to 4th gear, the actual gear is shifted to 3rd.
(c) When the ECM directs the gearshift to change to 5th gear, the engine overruns (clutch slips).
  • Shift solenoid valve SLT remains open or closed
  • Valve body is blocked up or stuck (1-2 shift valve)
  • Automatic transmission (clutch, brake or gear, etc.)
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