OBD Guide

P276F

Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Current High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The Check Engine light comes on
  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Problems with transmission operation in the cold
  • Noise from transmission fluid pump
  • Reduced transmission efficiency

Causes

  • Mechanical seizure of the transmission fluid pump
  • Problems with electrical wiring to the pump
  • Pump motor malfunction
  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
  2. Diagnose the mechanical condition of the pump
  3. Check the integrity of electrical wiring and connectors
  4. Test the pump motor
  5. If necessary, replace the transmission fluid pump

Related codes

Error P276F by Vehicle Brand