P0944 OBD-II: Hydraulic Pressure Unit Loss of Pressure
P0944 Severity
Will P0944 go away on its own?
Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.
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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.
What causes OBD-II fault code P0944?
The transmission uses hydraulic pressure to shift gears. The Transmission uses its own oil pump to build and maintain pressure inside the transmission. If there is a loss of pressure, code P0944 is set.
What Does P0944 Code Mean?
OBD-II Code P0944 is defined as a Hydraulic Pressure Unit Loss of Pressure
The transmission uses hydraulic pressure to shift gears. The Transmission uses its own oil pump to build and maintain pressure inside the transmission. If there is a loss of pressure, code P0944 is set.
P0944 Symptoms
- Transmission may not shift properly
Common Problems That Trigger the P0944 Code
- Clogged transmission filter
- Transmission fluid level is low
- Transmission oil pump failure
- Wiring issue
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