P0776 on Ford
Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off
P0776 on Ford vehicles indicates pressure control solenoid b performance/stuck off. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Ford model — most commonly on Explorer. 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 Ford range from $150 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 Ford by Model
Ford Explorer(1 issue)
- 6F50/6F55 six-speed automatic harsh 'bump' shifts, sluggish low-speed response and torque-converter shudder2011-2019
The 2011+ transverse Explorer switched to the 6F50/6F55 six-speed automatic, which is widely reported for a sluggish 0-5 mph roll-out followed by a harsh 'bump' or clunk, plus torque-converter shudder and occasional shift flare. Ford addressed the low-speed bump with TSB 11-12-10 and the sluggish-acceleration-then-harsh-bump pattern with TSB 13-3-18, both calling for a PCM/TCM reflash; check-ball and separator-plate revisions were also used. Higher-mileage units can develop internal clutch/drum wear and lose 3rd/5th or reverse.
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What does P0776 mean on Ford?▼
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 Ford specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0776 on Ford vehicles?▼
Common causes on Ford: 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 Ford?▼
Repair costs on Ford range from $150 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Ford models have P0776 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0776 on 1 Ford model: Explorer.