P0751moderate severityPowertrain
Shift Solenoid A Performance/Stuck Off
on 1997 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD
What this code means
Shift solenoid A is not activating when commanded.
Symptoms
- Wrong gear engagement
- No upshift or downshift
Common causes
- Solenoid stuck off
- Contamination
- Valve body issue
Diagnostic steps
- Test solenoid
- Check fluid
- Inspect valve body
Repair notes
Replace solenoid.
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