P2787 code meaning
Clutch A Temperature Too High
Powertrain system Generic code P27xx codes Check engine light
What P2787 means
P2787 means the controller has calculated or measured a temperature for clutch A above its permitted limit. Two quite different uses are documented. Stellantis bulletin 21-040-26 lists P2787-00 as clutch 1 overtemperature for 2022-2025 European Jeep Renegade and Compass with the 1.5 litre mild hybrid and the 7HDT300 dual-clutch gearbox; the MIL is on, P27F3 for clutch 2 and actuator motor phase faults may appear too, and particles blocking an actuator pump are named as the cause. Mercedes-Benz bulletin LI33.30-N-080795 for the Sprinter 907 with on-demand all-wheel drive shows P27874B in the transfer case unit N15: a failed front differential lets the coupling slip and overheat, and all-wheel drive is switched off. Clutch B has its own code, P27F3.
P2787 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor1 to 6 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P2787
- Overheating message, odd gears or all-wheel drive unavailable
- MIL or transmission warning lamp on
- Shudder or slipping when pulling away
Common causes of P2787
- Most likelyClutch slipping because its actuator or actuator pump does not deliver full force
- PossibleOn all-wheel-drive couplings, damaged front differential forcing constant slip
- PossibleRepeated launches, creeping or towing with high clutch slip
- PossibleWorn friction lining reducing torque capacity
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Dual clutch aCooling oil
What each part of P2787 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. |
| 87 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P2787 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 P2787
What does P2787 mean?
P2787 means "Clutch A Temperature Too High". P2787 means the controller has calculated or measured a temperature for clutch A above its permitted limit. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P2787?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P2787 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P2787 fail an emissions test?
P2787 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is P2787 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 1 to 6 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P2787 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.