OBD Guide

P277C

Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Stalled

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

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Gear shifting problems
  • Reduced transmission efficiency
  • Noises from the transmission area
  • In some cases - the transmission goes into emergency mode

Causes

  • Pump motor malfunction
  • Problems with wiring or connectors
  • Control module malfunction
  • Mechanical blocking of the pump
  • Low transmission fluid level

How to Fix

  1. Check transmission fluid level
  2. Inspect the pump wiring and connectors
  3. Check the operation of the pump motor
  4. Diagnose the control module
  5. If necessary, replace the pump or its components

Related codes

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