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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.

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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSCONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE (CVT)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC P0961: PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID "A" CONTROL CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCEDTC TROUBLESHOOTING

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans

DTC Troubleshooting

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION DTC Troubleshooting

DTC P0961 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Step	Action	YES	NO
1	Was "CVT System Check" performed?	Go to Step 2.	Go to CVT SYSTEM CHECK .
2	Primary pressure sensor and its circuit check Check primary pressure sensor and its circuit according to Step 3 through 4 of DTC P0842/P0843 . Are they in good condition?	Go to Step 3.	Repair or replace defective parts.
3	Secondary pressure sensor and its circuit check Check secondary pressure sensor and its circuit according to Step 3 through 4 of DTC P0847/P0848 . Are they in good condition?	Go to Step 4.	Repair or replace defective parts.
4	Stall test Perform stall test. See Stall Test Is it in good condition?	Go to Step 5.	Repair or replace defective parts.
5	Secondary pressure control solenoid valve drive circuit check Check secondary pressure control solenoid valve and its circuit according to Step 2 through 3 of DTC P0966/P0967 . Is it in good condition?	Go to Step 6.	Repair or replace defective parts.
6	Line pressure control solenoid valves and its circuit check Check line pressure control solenoid valve and its circuit according to Step 2 through 3 of DTC P0962/P0963 . Is it in good condition?	Substitute a known-good TCM and recheck.	Replace line pressure control solenoid valve (valve body assembly).

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.