Codes P0762 and P0700, transmission/reverse?

Tiny
ANGIE HARTSOCK
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  • 2007 CADILLAC SRX
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
My vehicle listed above had had its transmission replaced. The guy who replaced it did not connect transmission lines near the radiator very well. Anyways after hitting a bump my check engine light came on and I started to lose power. I pulled over and called a tow truck. However, the guy I called decided to drive the car back 5 miles because by that time it had cooled down. He said there was a leak in drain pan and he repaired it. He lied. I went to pick up the vehicle after waiting for him to say it was good to go for 2 months. My shifter would not hit any gears. After going underneath and checking to make sure fluid was full, I saw the fluid was black and burnt. I knew I had leaked out all transmission fluid when I asked him to tow but fluid being black and burnt, I don't believe he even changed the drain pan. So, I had it actually towed to my house where it sat another 3 months and everyone who I talked to said I needed new transmission. After some googling I found out it may be possible to save it by doing a fluid and filter change, so I did it and viola! It worked. The car hit all gears and drove perfectly for about 3 days. Then I lost reverse. I have been without reverse for 6 months now. The code reader says p0762 and p0700. Shift solenoid problems. My car also wants to drive in neutral. If I park on a hill, I can put in neutral turn car off and roll backwards. I'm thinking I'm probably low on fluid since there is no dipstick and probably on uneven ground when I put fluid in. Plus, it took forever to get plug back in since I have to do it while running and that exhaust pipe is hot. Do you think it's possible I just need more fluid, or do I really need new transmission?
Sunday, June 11th, 2023 AT 6:01 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The P0700 is generic. It is a code that the PCM provides to indicate there is a code stored in the transmission control module (TCM).

The code of interest is the P0762. The code indicates the 4-5 shift valve or solenoid is stuck in the on position. So, we could have a faulty solenoid, shift valve, wiring issue, a TCM issue, or even low/dirty fluid.

At this point, I need you to recheck the transmission fluid level and condition. I attached the directions below with specific checks. Note the color of the fluid and if it has a burnt smell.

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe

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Sunday, June 11th, 2023 AT 7:05 PM

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