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P0976 Honda Code - Shift Solenoid Valve 'B' Circuit Low

Quick Answer

Shift Solenoid Valve 'B' controls the drain circuit close/open commanded by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) ON/OFF commands. Common causes include Faulty CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B', CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B' harness is open or shorted, CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B' 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: P0976 Honda indicates Shift Solenoid Valve 'B' Circuit Low.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B', CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B' harness is open or shorted, CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B' 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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Code Popularity 12,715

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P0976 Honda Description

Shift Solenoid Valve 'B' controls the drain circuit close/open commanded by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) ON/OFF commands. Oil passages that supply/discharge the oil pressure to torque converter clutch is switched by the shift solenoid valve B ON/OFF control. The PCM commands the driver circuit to turn on the shift solenoid valve B. The circuit diagnoses malfunctions such as a circuit short or open and sends back a return signal during the PCM's command. When the return signal does not match the PCM command to turn ON the shift solenoid valve B, the PCM detects a malfunction and stores a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0976 Honda?

Faulty CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B'
CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B' harness is open or shorted
CVT Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 'B' circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

How to Fix the DTC P0976 Honda?

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.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0976 Honda 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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Information for Specific Honda Models

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