Powertrain Definition only Lights the check engine lamp

P273D: Gear Shift Control Module A Supply Voltage High

Standardized SAE J2012 code · P27xx — Transmission

What does P273D mean?

The gear shift control module A reports a supply voltage above the operating range.

The code tells you which monitor failed, not which part is broken. Test before replacing parts.

Symptoms

  • Check engine or transmission warning light on
  • Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
  • Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
  • Slipping or shuddering during gear changes

Common causes

  • High Alternator regulator failed to limit output
  • Low Load dump transient after disconnecting a heavy load

Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.

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