P0973 Possible Causes
- Faulty Shift Solenoid 'A'
- Shift Solenoid 'A' harness is open or shorted
- Shift Solenoid 'A' electrical circuit poor electrical connection
How is the P0973 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.What is the cost to diagnose the P0973 code
Labor: 1.0
The cost to diagnose the P0973 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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Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P0973 Meaning
The Engine Control Module (ECM) commands gear shifts by turning the shift solenoid valves ON/OFF . When there is an open or short circuit in any shift solenoid valve circuit, the ECM detects the problem and illuminates the engine light and stores the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). And the ECM performs the fail-safe function and turns the other shift solenoids valves in good condition ON/OFF .More Information
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Information for specific makes
- P0973 ACURA Shift Solenoid Valve 'A' Short
- P0973 BUICK Shift Solenoid 'A' Short To Ground
- P0973 CADILLAC Shift Solenoid 'A' Short To Ground
- P0973 CHEVROLET Shift Solenoid 'A' Short To Ground
- P0973 DODGE Shift Solenoid 'A' Control Circuit Low
- P0973 GMC Shift Solenoid 'A' Short To Ground
- P0973 HONDA Shift Solenoid Valve 'A' Short
- P0973 LEXUS Shift Solenoid 'A' Control Circuit Low
- P0973 SCION Shift Solenoid 'A' Control Circuit Low
- P0973 TOYOTA Shift Solenoid 'A' Control Circuit Low