P0776 on Cadillac
Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off
P0776 on Cadillac vehicles indicates pressure control solenoid b performance/stuck off. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Cadillac model — most commonly on STS. This code means the transmission's Pressure Control Solenoid B is not performing correctly and is behaving as if stuck in the 'off' position. Pressure control solenoids regulate the hydraulic fluid pressure used to apply clutches and bands and to control shift quality, so when one underperforms the transmission may shift harshly, slip, flare between gears, or feel inconsistent. The transmission control module sets this code when the fluid pressure or response it measures doesn't match what it commanded from that solenoid. It generally indicates a hydraulic performance issue with the solenoid or its fluid circuit rather than just a wiring fault. Typical repair costs on Cadillac range from $300 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0776
- •Stuck or failed pressure control solenoid B
- •Low, dirty, or degraded transmission fluid
- •Clogged solenoid screen or valve body passages
- •Sticking or worn valve body components
- •Wiring or connector problem at the solenoid
- •Internal transmission wear or pressure loss
- •Faulty transmission control module
P0776 on Cadillac by Model
Cadillac STS(1 issue)
- 6L50 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Overheating and Harsh Shifts2005-2011
The GM 6L50 6-speed automatic transmission in V6-equipped STS models is prone to overheating and developing harsh shift quality. The transmission fluid cooler is undersized for the vehicle weight, and the valve body solenoids degrade from heat cycling. Fluid darkens rapidly, and shift quality deteriorates with delayed or slipping 3-4 and 5-6 upshifts. The torque converter clutch also fails prematurely from heat damage.
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What does P0776 mean on Cadillac?▼
P0776 stands for "Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off." This code means the transmission's Pressure Control Solenoid B is not performing correctly and is behaving as if stuck in the 'off' position. Pressure control solenoids regulate the hydraulic fluid pressure used to apply clutches and bands and to control shift quality, so when one underperforms the transmission may shift harshly, slip, flare between gears, or feel inconsistent. The transmission control module sets this code when the fluid pressure or response it measures doesn't match what it commanded from that solenoid. It generally indicates a hydraulic performance issue with the solenoid or its fluid circuit rather than just a wiring fault. On Cadillac specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0776 on Cadillac vehicles?▼
Common causes on Cadillac: Stuck or failed pressure control solenoid B, Low, dirty, or degraded transmission fluid, Clogged solenoid screen or valve body passages, Sticking or worn valve body components, Wiring or connector problem at the solenoid. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0776 on a Cadillac?▼
Repair costs on Cadillac range from $300 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Cadillac models have P0776 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0776 on 1 Cadillac model: STS.