P2736 code meaning
Pressure Control Solenoid F Control Circuit/Open
Powertrain system Generic code P27xx codes Check engine light
What P2736 means
P2736 points to an open control circuit on solenoid F, meaning the coil path is interrupted. GM documents the code for several gearboxes. On the eight-speed of 2016 valve F is the line pressure solenoid, and an open-circuit flag for 0.3 s within 0.5 s sets the fault in one trip. In 25OBDG03A the same valve drives clutches on the nine- and ten-speed or switches the CVT's binary pump, and an impedance above 200 kOhm to ground over the same window is a Type A fault. The Corvette dual-clutch TCM tests its clutch cooling valve while switched off and flags open load at a sense voltage of roughly 1.7 to 3.0 V for 150 ms. Ford's TR9070 uses P2736 for open load on the odd clutch cooling valve. Line pressure faults usually bring a limp mode.
P2736 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P2736
- MIL on and limp-home mode
- Firm shifts from maximum line pressure or missing gears
Common causes of P2736
- Most likelyBroken wire or pushed-back terminal
- PossibleValve body connector not fully seated
- PossibleOpen winding in solenoid F
- Less likelyInternal TCM fault
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Pressure control solenoid fWiring harness
What each part of P2736 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 7 | Area: transmission. |
| 36 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P2736 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 P2736
What does P2736 mean?
P2736 means "Pressure Control Solenoid F Control Circuit/Open". P2736 points to an open control circuit on solenoid F, meaning the coil path is interrupted. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P2736?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P2736 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P2736 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P2736 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 P2736 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P2736 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.