P0795 on Toyota: How to Diagnose & Fix
Pressure Control Solenoid 'C'
1 Toyota model · 1 documented issue · 1 critical
P0795 on Toyota by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
Early-production 4th-generation Tacomas with the 8-speed automatic transmission can suffer internal failure of the torque converter clutch actuator or pressure-control solenoids, often at very low mileage (some under 15,000 miles). Owners report harsh 1st-to-3rd-gear jerking, slipping, lunging, the truck dropping into neutral or getting stuck in gear, and sudden loss of drive. Toyota traced the cause to a stuck pressure-control solenoid actuator or torque-converter-clutch actuator (with manufacturing debris suspected) and issued TSB T-SB-0076-24, superseded by T-SB-0094-24 which added the Hybrid (i-FORCE MAX). The fix is not a calibration but a complete transmission and torque-converter replacement.
Common Symptoms
- Harsh or jerky 1st-to-3rd gear shifting
- Transmission slipping or lunging
- Truck drops into neutral or gets stuck in gear
- Loss of power / sluggish acceleration
- Check engine light with transmission DTCs
- Failure often within first 10,000-15,000 miles
How to Fix
Have the dealer scan for the listed DTCs and perform the transmission and torque-converter replacement under TSB T-SB-0076-24 / T-SB-0094-24. Repairs are covered under Toyota's 60-month/60,000-mile powertrain warranty at no cost. If the dealer claims they cannot replicate the symptom, document occurrences (dates, mileage, video) and request the field-fix bulletin be applied; escalate to Toyota corporate (1-800-331-4331) if denied.
Sources for this issue (3)
P0795 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 P0795 mean on a Toyota?
P0795 stands for "Pressure Control Solenoid 'C'." Set when the PCM/TCM detects a general malfunction in the 'C' pressure control solenoid circuit. This solenoid regulates hydraulic pressure for clutch apply/shift quality on its circuit. On Toyota it is documented across 1 model: Tacoma.
What are the most common causes of P0795?
The most common causes of P0795 are: Faulty pressure control solenoid 'C', Open or shorted solenoid wiring, Low or contaminated transmission fluid, Corroded connector, Valve body / internal fault. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0795 on a Toyota?
Repair costs vary widely with the root cause and Toyota model; each issue on this page carries its own estimate where one is published.
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