What does code P272D mean?

Q: What does code P272D mean?

Park Pawl Motor Control Circuit Current Too High. P272D means the transmission control module (TCM) has detected excessive current flowing through the park pawl motor control circuit, which is the electrical path that engages or releases the parking pawl. The TCM monitors this circuit and sets the code when current exceeds the expected range, indicating a short to ground, a short to power, or a failed motor.

DTC codes / P27xx · Transmission / P272D

P272DPark Pawl Motor Control Circuit Current Too High

P272D means the transmission control module (TCM) has detected excessive current flowing through the park pawl motor control circuit, which is the electrical path that engages or releases the parking pawl. The TCM monitors this circuit and sets the code when current exceeds the expected range, indicating a short to ground, a short to power, or a failed motor.

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.