P2787: Clutch Temp Too High OBD-II Trouble Code

On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, sensors are used to determine if the operating temperature of the clutch has exceeded the acceptable limits. If it has, a P2787 DTC will be set.

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What Transmission Do I Have?

How Serious is the Code?

A P2787 diagnostic trouble code is fairly serious, and can result in premature clutch wear.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a P2787 include:

  • Erratic shifting
  • Slipping
  • Failed gear engagement
  • Burning smell
  • Transmission stuck in neutral

Causes

  • Clutch failure
  • TCM failure

How to Diagnose the Code?

Often, a P2787 OBDII trouble code will be triggered if the driver has made repeated up/down shifts. Therefore the clutch will need to be checked to see if it slips. The TCM software may also need to be updated.

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What Transmission Do I Have?

What Repairs Will Fix P2787?

  • Replace clutch
  • Replace TCM

Related Codes

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