Chevrolet P179A: Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump Overspeed

Is your scanner showing Chevrolet P179A?
No worries. We'll show you what it means and how to deal with it.

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Chevrolet P179A: Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump Overspeed

OVERVIEW
Severity
:
High
DIY Difficulty Level
:
Advanced
Repair Cost
:
$300-$1500
Can I Still Drive?
:
No

What Does The Chevrolet P179A Code Mean?

The vehicle is ON or the power inverter module is awake.

An auxiliary transmission fluid pump motor motor speed of greater than 6500 RPM has been detected.

Recommended Parts

Below are some recommended auto parts to help you address the trouble code affecting your vehicle and get it running smoothly again:

>>> WORKPRO 582-piece Crimp Terminals, Wire Connectors, Heat Shrink Tube, Electrical Repair Kit
>>> GM Genuine Parts 19421161 Automatic Transmission Auxiliary Fluid Pump, Remanufactured

Note: During the purchasing process, please check carefully whether the part you want to buy fits your car!

Reference Sources

Chevrolet Volt Hybrid DTC – OBDG01 HYBRID Diagnostics Document, page 823.

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