P2735Powertrain · TransmissionGeneric (SAE) code

P2735: Pressure Control Solenoid F Intermittent

Pressure control solenoid F shows intermittent electrical or hydraulic faults.

Typical labor cost
$190–$750 est.
1.5 h–6 h at an assumed $125/hr · parts extra · use your rate
Most common fix
Solenoid connector not fully seated
DIY difficulty: Hard · usually a shop job
01 —What it means

What P2735 means

P2735 is a generic OBD-II powertrain code in the transmission group.

P
Powertrain
2
Generic (SAE)
7
Subsystem group
35
Specific fault
How to read P2735. We group it under Transmission.
Check engine light
Usually on
Emissions-related
No
Limp mode possible
Not typical
Drive cycle to clear
Not required
Code data: OBDex (CC0)

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02 —Causes

Common causes

Ranked from most to least likely
  1. 01Solenoid connector not fully seatedMost likely
  2. 02Coil resistance drifts with temperaturePossible
  3. 03Connector with intermittent contact under vibrationLess likely
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
03 —Severity

Can I drive with P2735?

Moderate

Usually yes, for a short time.

The car will often drive normally, but get it diagnosed soon. If you notice rough running, warning lights flashing, overheating or a burning smell, stop driving.

Why we rate it moderate

  • Turns on the check engine light

Severity is our rule-based rating from the code’s flags in OBDex and the system it affects, not an inspection of your car. If the check engine light is flashing, or you notice overheating, low oil pressure, or brake or steering problems, stop driving and get help.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
04 —Diagnosis

How to diagnose P2735

General procedure — follow the service manual for your vehicle
  1. 1

    Confirm the code and save freeze-frame data

    Read the codes with an OBD-II scan tool and note every code, not just P2735. Save the freeze-frame data (speed, load, temperature when the fault set) before clearing anything; it tells you when the fault happens.

  2. 2

    Check for related codes first

    Look for P2726, P2717, P27BC, P27C4. Related codes often share a cause; a circuit or sensor code usually needs fixing before a performance code like this one.

  3. 3

    Check live data

    Watch the related sensor and actuator readings in live data (Pressure control solenoid F, Wiring harness) and compare them with expected values in the service information for your vehicle.

  4. 4

    Test the likely causes in order

    Start with the most likely cause and work down: Solenoid connector not fully seated; coil resistance drifts with temperature; connector with intermittent contact under vibration. Test before replacing parts.

  5. 5

    Check for recalls and service bulletins

    Look up recalls for your exact vehicle with its VIN, and ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs). Manufacturers sometimes issue software updates or extended warranties for known faults.

  6. 6

    Clear the code and verify the repair

    After the repair, clear the code and drive the car under the conditions in the freeze-frame data to confirm it does not return.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
05 —Cost

P2735 repair cost estimate

Labor only — set your local shop rate
Labor estimate for P2735
$190–$750
1.5 h–6 h of labor × $125/hr (assumed rate) · parts extra

Estimate, not a quote. Labor times are typical ranges for this code from OBDex, and $125/hr is an assumed rate. Shop rates and labor times vary by vehicle and region. Diagnosis time may be billed separately.

DIY difficulty
Hard
Good DIY job?
Usually a shop job

Involved testing or major parts. Most owners use a shop.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
06 —Components

Parts and systems involved

  • Pressure control solenoid F
  • Wiring harness
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
08 —FAQ

P2735 FAQ

What does P2735 mean?

P2735 means “Pressure Control Solenoid F Intermittent”. Pressure control solenoid F shows intermittent electrical or hydraulic faults.

Is P2735 serious? Can I keep driving?

We rate P2735 as moderate severity. Usually yes, for a short time. The car will often drive normally, but get it diagnosed soon. If you notice rough running, warning lights flashing, overheating or a burning smell, stop driving.

What causes P2735?

The most common causes, from most to least likely: Solenoid connector not fully seated; Coil resistance drifts with temperature; Connector with intermittent contact under vibration. Test before replacing parts, because several causes can set the same code.

How much does it cost to fix P2735?

Typical labor is about $190–$750 at an assumed $125/hour shop rate, plus parts. That is an estimate, not a quote: labor times and rates vary by vehicle and region, and diagnosis may be billed separately.

Can I fix P2735 myself?

DIY difficulty is hard. Most owners leave this to a shop because it needs involved testing or specialist tools. Always confirm the cause before buying parts.

Will P2735 clear itself?

If the fault was intermittent, the warning may go off once the computer stops seeing it, but the code stays in memory. Fix the cause; clearing the code alone doesn’t repair anything.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)