P097F code meaning
Shift Solenoid F Control Circuit/Open
Powertrain system Generic code P09xx codes Check engine light
What P097F means
Open-circuit fault in the drive circuit of shift solenoid F. It is the only code in its family for letter F, since J2012 has no range/performance, low or high codes for F in this block. No maker was found to document it. Hyundai's Genesis bulletin for the eight-speed (2017–2018 G80 and G90) shows how F is handled in practice: an electrical fault of shift control solenoid F (labelled 8LR) is reported under P2709 and fixed by replacing the solenoid. Other makers with six or more clutches use their own codes. A P097F would follow the CARB requirement to test every transmission output for circuit continuity, by analogy with GM's open tests for solenoids 1 to 3.
P097F at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyHard
- Typical labor1 to 5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P097F
- Warning light or MIL on
- Gears that need solenoid F unavailable
- Limp mode
Common causes of P097F
- Most likelyOpen coil of shift solenoid F
- PossibleLoose or corroded terminal at the valve body connector
- PossibleBroken wire between module and solenoid F
- Less likelyFaulty driver stage in the transmission control module
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Shift solenoid fWiring harnessTCM
What each part of P097F means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 9 | Area: transmission. |
| 7F | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P097F and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P097F
What does P097F mean?
P097F means "Shift Solenoid F Control Circuit/Open". Open-circuit fault in the drive circuit of shift solenoid F. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P097F?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P097F the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P097F fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P097F is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P097F to fix?
Difficulty: hard. A typical repair takes 1 to 5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P097F clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.