Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
P · PowertrainTransmissionOBD2
What P0789 means
P0789
Shift/timing solenoid - intermittent
Generic · transmission
Data confidence85%
The control module detected a fault associated with the Shift/timing solenoid - intermittent circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
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Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
789
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P0789
What does P0789 mean?
Shift/timing solenoid - intermittent. The control module detected a fault associated with the Shift/timing solenoid - intermittent circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.
Is P0789 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P0789 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P0789 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.