What does code P272C mean?

Q: What does code P272C mean?

Park Pawl Motor Control Circuit. P272C indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the control circuit for the park pawl motor, which is the actuator that engages and releases the parking lock in vehicles with an electronic shift system. The TCM monitors the circuit for expected voltage or current and sets this code when the signal is out of range, indicating an open, short, or component failure.

DTC codes / P27xx · Transmission / P272C

P272CPark Pawl Motor Control Circuit

P272C indicates that the transmission control module (TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the control circuit for the park pawl motor, which is the actuator that engages and releases the parking lock in vehicles with an electronic shift system. The TCM monitors the circuit for expected voltage or current and sets this code when the signal is out of range, indicating an open, short, or component failure.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityHigh

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.