P255E

PTO Speed Selector Sensor/Switch 2 Circuit Intermittent/Erratic

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Unstable PTO operation
Periodic PTO shutdown
Check Engine Light Illuminates
Inability to activate PTO
Reduced engine power

Causes

PTO 2 speed sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Oxidation of contacts in connectors
Poor circuit grounding
ECU software error

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor wiring and connectors
Check PTO 2 speed sensor resistance
Clean connector contacts from oxides
Check circuit grounding
Flash or replace ECU if necessary

Related codes

P255D P255F P2560