What does code P272A mean?

Q: What does code P272A mean?

Transmission Range Select Motor Control Circuit. P272A indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the control circuit for the transmission range select motor, which is the actuator that moves the transmission range selector into the commanded position. The computer monitors the circuit for abnormal voltage, current, or feedback and sets this code when the signal does not match expected values.

DTC codes / P27xx · Transmission / P272A

P272ATransmission Range Select Motor Control Circuit

P272A indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the control circuit for the transmission range select motor, which is the actuator that moves the transmission range selector into the commanded position. The computer monitors the circuit for abnormal voltage, current, or feedback and sets this code when the signal does not match expected values.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyProfessional

AreaTransmission

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.