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P0746 Lexus Code - Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' Performance

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0746 Lexus?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Dirty transmission fluid
  • Faulty Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' valve (Shift Solenoid Valve SL1)
  • Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' valve harness is open or shorted
  • Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' valve circuit poor electrical connection
  • Transmission valve body assembly is blocked
  • Faulty Automatic transaxle assembly
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How to Fix the DTC P0746 Lexus?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

Code Tech Notes

When a transmission solenoid malfunction, in most cases the problem is not the electrical part of the solenoid; the problem is foreign material obstructing the mechanical function of the solenoid or the flow of the fluid through the transmission valve body. If the transmission fluid is dirty, it's recommended to change the transmission fluid and if possible, remove the transmission pan for further diagnosis. Excessive debris or metal particles on the transmission pan could be an indication that there is a mechanical transmission failure, and that the transmission will need to be rebuilt or replaced.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0746 Lexus code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Transmission shift shock

Code P0746 Lexus Description

Changing from 1st to 6th is performed by the Engine Control Module (ECM) turning shift solenoid valves SL1, SL2, SL3, SL4, and SL on and off. If an open or short circuit occurs in any of the shift solenoid valves, the ECM controls the remaining normal shift solenoid valves to allow the vehicle to be operated.
The ECM commands gear shifts by turning the shift solenoid valves on and off. According to the input shaft speed, intermediate (counter) shaft speed, and output shaft speed, the ECM detects the actual gear (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th gear). When the gear commanded by the ECM and the actual gear are not the same, the ECM illuminates the MIL and stores the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).
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P0746 Lexus Code - Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' Performance

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