DTC Troubleshooting: P0746
DTC P0746: A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Stuck OFF
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot with the HDS, and review the General Troubleshooting Information.
If DTC P0746 is stored in the PCM, the transmission does not shift to any gear other than 3rd or 4th gear because of the fail-safe function.

DTC Description
Confirmed DTC
Pending DTC
Freeze Frame
P0746 A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Stuck OFF
      

1.
ATF check:

ATF check
?1.
Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).

?2.
Make sure that the transmission is filled to the proper level, and check for fluid leaks.

?3.
Drain the ATF through a strainer. Inspect the strainer for metal debris or excessive clutch material.

Does the strainer have metal debris or excessive clutch material?

     
YES
     
     
     
     
NO
     
     
     
Replace the ATF, then go to step 2.
2.
Problem verification:

Problem verification
?1.
Press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode.

?2.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.


?3.
Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve A in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A with the HDS.

  

Does the HDS indicate NORMAL?

     
YES
     
     
     
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.?
     
NO
     
     
     
The failure is duplicated. Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A).?