What does code P2718 mean?

Q: What does code P2718 mean?

Pressure Control Solenoid 'D' Control Circuit / Open. P2718 indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an open circuit or electrical fault in the control circuit for pressure control solenoid 'D', which is responsible for regulating hydraulic pressure inside the automatic transmission. The TCM monitors the solenoid's electrical path and sets this code when the expected current or voltage is outside the normal range, often resulting in degraded shift quality or a default limp mode.

DTC codes / P27xx · Transmission / P2718

P2718Pressure Control Solenoid 'D' Control Circuit / Open

P2718 indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an open circuit or electrical fault in the control circuit for pressure control solenoid 'D', which is responsible for regulating hydraulic pressure inside the automatic transmission. The TCM monitors the solenoid's electrical path and sets this code when the expected current or voltage is outside the normal range, often resulting in degraded shift quality or a default limp mode.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyProfessional

AreaTransmission

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.