The control module detected a fault associated with the Transmission Friction Element "A" Slip Detected circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15
P079A Transmission Friction Element "A" Slip Detected
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What P079A means
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How to read P079A
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P079A
What does P079A mean?
Transmission Friction Element "A" Slip Detected. The control module detected a fault associated with the Transmission Friction Element "A" Slip Detected circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.
Is P079A generic or manufacturer-specific?
P079A is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P079A at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
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