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P1877 Ford Code - Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Short To Battery

Quick Answer

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) monitors the Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid. Common causes include Faulty Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid, Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid harness is open or shorted, Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P1877 Ford indicates Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Short To Battery.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid, Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid harness is open or shorted, Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

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Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P1877 Ford Description

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) monitors the Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid. The TCM sets the OBDII code when the Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid is not to factory specifications.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1877 Ford?

Faulty Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid
Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid harness is open or shorted
Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1877 Ford?

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

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1877 Ford code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.