OBD
P0896
Shift Time Too Long
What it means
P0896 means Shift Time Too Long.
Check these first
- Low or dirty transmission fluid
- A worn clutch pack
- A weak shift solenoid
- A restricted valve body passage
What to do next
- Road test and watch the shift time data
- Check the transmission fluid level and condition
- Test the shift solenoid function
- Check line pressure under load
- Replace the worn clutch components if shifts lag
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.