P0761 on Ford
Shift Solenoid 'C' Performance or Stuck Off
P0761 on Ford vehicles indicates shift solenoid 'c' performance or stuck off. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Ford model — most commonly on F-150. Set when shift solenoid 'C' does not respond as commanded or is stuck off, so the gear engagement it controls does not occur properly. Typical repair costs on Ford range from $1,800 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0761
- •Shift solenoid 'C' stuck off
- •Debris in valve body
- •Low/contaminated fluid
- •Wiring resistance
- •Worn solenoid
P0761 on Ford by Model
Ford F-150(1 issue)
- 4R70W / 4R75W Automatic Transmission Failure — No Reverse, Loss of Forward Gears, and Slipping1997-2008
The 4R70W (and later 4R75W/4R75E) 4-speed automatic behind the 4.2L V6 and 4.6L/5.4L V8s is prone to several high-mileage failures: a broken reverse (cast) band that produces a loud POP and loss of reverse; a cracked forward-clutch drum snap-ring groove on 2005+ units causing loss of ALL forward gears while reverse still works; worn overdrive band and clutches causing slipping; and solenoid-body/servo wear causing harsh or erratic shifts. Failures accelerate under towing/heavy loads and when fluid changes are neglected.
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What does P0761 mean on Ford?▼
P0761 stands for "Shift Solenoid 'C' Performance or Stuck Off." Set when shift solenoid 'C' does not respond as commanded or is stuck off, so the gear engagement it controls does not occur properly. On Ford specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0761 on Ford vehicles?▼
Common causes on Ford: Shift solenoid 'C' stuck off, Debris in valve body, Low/contaminated fluid, Wiring resistance, Worn solenoid. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0761 on a Ford?▼
Repair costs on Ford range from $1,800 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Ford models have P0761 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0761 on 1 Ford model: F-150.