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P276E: Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Current Low
Standardized SAE J2012 code · P27xx — Transmission
What does P276E mean?
The measured current of the second auxiliary transmission fluid pump motor is below the lower threshold. Pump may be free-spinning or motor partially open.
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 Partial winding open in motor
- Medium Pump impeller decoupled from motor shaft
Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.
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