Code result
P088B
Transmission Fluid Filter Very Deteriorated
High severity
What it means
The transmission fluid filter is critically restricted. Hydraulic flow is severely impaired - immediate filter change required to prevent transmission damage.
Is it safe to drive?
No — stop driving
This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.
Most likely causes
Filter heavily blocked
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Internal transmission metal debris
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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