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P0963 Saturn Code - Line Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit High Voltage

Quick Answer

The line Pressure Control (PC) solenoid is part of the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly and is not serviced separately. Common causes include Faulty Control Solenoid Valve Assembly, Control Solenoid Valve Assembly harness is open or shorted, Control Solenoid Valve Assembly 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
P0963 Saturn indicates Line Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit High Voltage.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty Control Solenoid Valve Assembly, Control Solenoid Valve Assembly harness is open or shorted, Control Solenoid Valve Assembly 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
Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jan 30, 2019
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Code P0963 Saturn Description

The line Pressure Control (PC) solenoid is part of the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly and is not serviced separately. The line PC solenoid regulates the transmission fluid pressure. The Transmission Control Module (TCM) varies the current to normally high line PC solenoid valve from 0.1 amp for maximum line pressure, to 1.1 amps for minimum line pressure.
OBDII Code P0963 Saturn - Line Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit High Voltage - AutoCodes.com
P0963 Saturn Code - Line Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit High Voltage

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0963 Saturn?

  • Faulty Control Solenoid Valve Assembly
  • Control Solenoid Valve Assembly harness is open or shorted
  • Control Solenoid Valve Assembly circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P0963 Saturn?

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 P0963 Saturn 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.

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