P0868 DODGE - Line Pressure Low

P0868 DODGE Possible Causes

• Low transmission fluid level
• Faulty Line Pressure Sensor
• Plugged Transmission Oil filter
• Stuck or Sticking Main regulator Valve
• Faulty Transmission Oil Pump

How is the P0868 DODGE code repair?

Start by checking the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.

Tech Notes

There is a Factory Service Bulletin for the Dodge following models:
2005-2006 Dodge Ram Truck
2005-2006 Dodge Durango
2005-2006 Dodge Dakota
Dodge Factory Service Bulletin OBDII Code P0868

What is the cost to diagnose the P0868 DODGE code

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0868 DODGE code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary widely across the country, and even within the same city. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

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When is the code detected?

If the actual line pressure is consistently lower than the target while driving, the line pressure low DTC P0868 will set.

Possible Symptoms

• Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
• Delay of shifting

P0868 DODGE Meaning

Line pressure is measured by the Line Pressure Sensor (LPS) and regulation is achieved by changing the duty cycle of the Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS) controlled by the Transmission Control System. (5% duty cycle = solenoid off = Max line pressure, 62% duty cycle = solenoid on = Min line pressure). The Transmission Control System calculates the desired line pressure based on inputs from both the engine and transmission.
The Transmission Control System calculates torque input to the transmission and uses it as the primary input to the desired line pressure calculation. This is called Torque Based Line Pressure. In addition, the line pressure is set to a preset level 827 or 931kPa (120 or 135 psi) during shifts and in Park and Neutral to ensure consistent shift quality. The actual line pressure is continuously being compared to the desired (target) line pressure.

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Repair Importance Level:3 Repair Difficulty Level:3