P078A
Shift Timing Solenoid B
What it means
P078A means Shift Timing Solenoid B.
Where it lives
For P078A, start at the solenoid the description names.
Check these first
- A failed shift timing solenoid B
- An open or short in the solenoid B wiring
- Corrosion at the solenoid B connector
- A restricted valve body passage
- A TCM driver fault
What to do next
- Read shift timing solenoid B data on a scan tool
- Test the solenoid B circuit for short or open
- Measure the solenoid B resistance
- Check the fluid level and condition
- Replace the solenoid if the coil is off spec
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.