Number P2714: Pressure Control Solenoid D Performance/Stuck Off
P2714 says the clutch served by solenoid D does not apply as commanded, so the gearbox slips in a gear that needs it. In GM's 2016 table 16OBDG03 valve D is clutch 4 (C2-3-4-6-8) on the eight-speed and the 2-6 brake on the T76 six-speed; slip of 400 rpm or more for 3 s, counted over three events, se
Can you drive with P2714?
Severity: Fix promptly — drivability fault. Short trips at moderate speed only. If the car has entered limp mode (won't rev, stuck in one gear), have it towed rather than forcing it.
If you ignore it: Limp-mode faults tend to strand you, and several of them (misfires, throttle faults) damage other parts while you wait.
This is the #50 most common code in our top-150 library, in the transmission family (Powertrain system). Severity is Number Nest's editorial triage — if the light is flashing or the car feels unsafe, stop driving it whatever any page says.
What P2714 means
P2714 says the clutch served by solenoid D does not apply as commanded, so the gearbox slips in a gear that needs it. In GM's 2016 table 16OBDG03 valve D is clutch 4 (C2-3-4-6-8) on the eight-speed and the 2-6 brake on the T76 six-speed; slip of 400 rpm or more for 3 s, counted over three events, sets it after one trip. GM bulletins call it solenoid valve 4 stuck off: on the 10L80 a loose retainer ring lets the input internal gear separate (PIP6008), on the gasoline 10L1000 the C4 piston seal degrades (24-NA-148), on the VT40 CVT a sticking clutch regulator valve is blamed (PIP5819). On the 2023 Corvette dual-clutch box it means the even-clutch redundant shutdown valve, Type A, as does Ford's TR9070. Loss of a gear or reverse is typical.
Systems involved: pressure control solenoid d, valve body.
Causes, ranked by likelihood
| # | Cause | Likelihood |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leaking clutch piston seal or damaged clutch housing (GM 10L1000 C4) | most likely |
| 2 | Regulator or line pressure valve stuck by debris or sediment | possible |
| 3 | Internal mechanical failure such as a dislodged retainer ring (GM 10L80) | possible |
| 4 | Low fluid level reducing apply pressure | less common |
Check them in order — the list is ranked so the likely, cheaper causes come before the expensive part.
Symptoms you may notice
- Slipping or flare in gears that use the affected clutch
- No reverse or no forward drive in some cases
- MIL lit and transmission in a substitute mode
Misdiagnosis traps
- Replacing the part named by the code title without testing. The code reports a failed self-test; the cause list above is ranked so the likely, cheap causes are checked before the expensive part is condemned.
- Clearing the code and declaring victory when the light stays off for a day — the monitor that sets this code runs only under specific driving conditions.
(General diagnostic guidance for this code family — no code-specific trap is published for this code.)
How a good shop confirms it
- Confirm the code and record any companion codes — companions narrow the system fast.
- Inspect the affected components and their wiring/connectors for damage, corrosion and looseness.
- Test the top-ranked cause with live data or a multimeter before replacing anything.
(Standard diagnostic path for this family, labeled as general guidance.)
Repair options & costs
| Repair | Shop total (parts + labor) | DIY (parts only) | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission shift solenoid | $338 – $838 | $150 – $400 (parts only) | 4/5 |
National ranges from Number Nest's cost model (midsize car, independent shop, US-average labor).
OBDex repair data for this code rates the job difficulty shop_only with a typical labor time in the 1–16 hour range and DIY possible: see the guide above.
Price this repair in your state
Estimated total: — (midsize car, independent shop)
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to fix P2714?
The fix most associated with this code — transmission shift solenoid — runs $338 – $838 at an independent shop for a midsize car in our cost model (parts + labor, US average). The code names a system, not a part, so confirm the cause before spending: the ranked causes above are ordered by likelihood.
Can I drive with P2714?
See the can-you-drive verdict above — it is based on the system involved and the cascading-damage risk, and it is our editorial triage, not a manufacturer instruction. If the light is flashing or the car feels unsafe, stop driving it regardless of any code.
Will P2714 clear itself?
If the fault was a one-off (a loose cap, a cold-start glitch), the light can go out after several clean trips and the code ages into history. A fault that is still present re-sets the code as soon as the car runs that self-test again — monitors run under specific conditions, which is why "it hasn't come back in two days" is not proof of a fix.
Will my car fail inspection with P2714?
In states with OBD-based emissions inspection, yes — an illuminated check-engine light or an incomplete readiness monitor fails the test regardless of what the tailpipe would show. C-codes (ABS) fall under safety inspection instead in states that have one.
What should I check first for P2714?
The first item on the ranked-causes list above — it is ranked likelihood-first for exactly this reason — plus the free checks: recent work in the area (connectors left loose are a classic), fluid levels, and the battery and grounds on electrical codes.
Where this data comes from
Code facts, causes and symptoms come from OBDex — an open dataset of independently authored descriptions of the standardized generic OBD-II codes (CC0 1.0, public domain; github.com/foerbsnavi/OBDex). The SAE J2012 document itself is copyrighted and is not reproduced here. Cost ranges are Number Nest's own US planning model: national parts and labor ranges cross-checked against the CarMD Vehicle Health Index 2026 published averages, with labor adjustable by the BLS OEWS May 2025 state wage index for auto technicians (occupation 49-3023) — a wage index, not a surveyed shop rate. Severity and can-you-drive notes are our editorial triage, not a manufacturer instruction.