Each friction element (clutch or brake) has three functional codes: slip while commanded locked (P079A ff), performance/stuck off – it does not apply or applies too weakly – and stuck on – it does not release. No manufacturer document available to us uses this code: the documented hybrids have at most five monitored clutches. The description follows the family. A clutch that does not apply means a missing gear or slip, typically from worn plates, low pressure or a sticking valve.
Medium severity. Can I keep driving?Drive gently to a repair shop. If it slips, you hear clunks, or it loses its gears, do not keep driving.
Symptoms
- Check engine light or transmission warning
- Gear missing or slipping, weak acceleration
- Limp mode
Most likely causes
- Clutch G plates worn or piston seal leaking
- Too little apply pressure (fluid, pump, valve)
- Clutch actuator or valve sticking (DCT: electric actuator)
- Module software or lost adaption
What to check, in order
Start with the simplest. You can tick off each step.
Good to know
- Repair difficulty: hard
- It can trigger limp mode.
- It affects emissions.
What each character of P07AE means
- P: Powertrain: engine and transmission
- 0: Generic code: same on every make
- 7: Transmission
- AE: Specific fault in that system
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep driving with code P07AE?
Drive gently to a repair shop. If it slips, you hear clunks, or it loses its gears, do not keep driving.
What causes code P07AE?
The most common causes are: clutch G plates worn or piston seal leaking; too little apply pressure (fluid, pump, valve); clutch actuator or valve sticking (DCT: electric actuator).
Related codes
- P07AFTransmission Friction Element G Stuck On
- P07A0Transmission Friction Element G Slip Detected
- P2706Shift Solenoid F
- P0730Incorrect Gear Ratio
Sources
Values and procedures vary by manufacturer. If it affects brakes, steering, fuel or high voltage, see a professional. Updated: 2026-11-04. How we build these pages.