P0776 on Mitsubishi: How to Diagnose & Fix
Pressure Control Solenoid B Performance/Stuck Off
1 Mitsubishi model · 1 documented issue · 1 critical
P0776 on Mitsubishi by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
Mitsubishi's TSB-20-23-001 (revised through March 2024) documents a shudder or surge on F1CJC/W1CJC CVT-8 transaxles in the 2016-2020 Outlander 2.4L (4J12) and the 2022-2024 Outlander 2.5L (PR25DD, Nissan-platform 4th gen). Poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit lets the steel belt slip repeatedly under acceleration; the abrasion powder then contaminates the valve body and sets a warning light. Owners describe it as engine flare, lack of acceleration, or car shake. The bulletin applies only to gasoline models, not the PHEV, whose drive unit is a different design.
Common Symptoms
- Shudder or vibration on light acceleration
- Engine RPM flares without matching acceleration
- Surging at steady throttle
- Check engine light with CVT pressure or ratio codes
How to Fix
Dealer follows TSB-20-23-001: confirm recall SR-16-006 is complete (2016 models), pull the DTC list, open a Techline case, and for P0776/P084A perform the belt-and-pulley borescope inspection. Repair ranges from valve body replacement plus CVT ECU coding (TSB-15-23-001) to a replacement transaxle, the latter only if approved by Techline or the DPSM.
Sources for this issue (3)
P0776 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0776 mean on a Mitsubishi?
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 Mitsubishi it is documented across 1 model: Outlander.
What are the most common causes of P0776?
The most common causes of P0776 are: 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. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0776 on a Mitsubishi?
Repair costs vary widely with the root cause and Mitsubishi model; each issue on this page carries its own estimate where one is published.
Looking for P0776 on a different make?
View P0776 across all makes →Content compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, and owner reports. May contain errors. Always verify with your vehicle's service manual.