What does code P2828 mean?

Q: What does code P2828 mean?

Pressure Control Solenoid K. P2828 indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for pressure control solenoid K, which is one of several shift solenoids inside the automatic transmission valve body. The TCM monitors the solenoid's electrical current and response, and when the signal falls outside the expected range, it commands the transmission into a default or limp mode and stores this code.

DTC codes / P28xx · Transmission / P2828

P2828Pressure Control Solenoid K

P2828 indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for pressure control solenoid K, which is one of several shift solenoids inside the automatic transmission valve body. The TCM monitors the solenoid's electrical current and response, and when the signal falls outside the expected range, it commands the transmission into a default or limp mode and stores this code.

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.