P276D code meaning
Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Current
Powertrain system Generic code P27xx codes Check engine light
What P276D means
P276D is the general current code for the motor of auxiliary transmission pump B: the measured current does not fit the commanded speed or load, without the module saying whether it is too low or too high. The narrower siblings P276E and P276F carry that distinction, and P0C26 is the same check for pump A. No manufacturer documents P276D publicly. For the component, Audi's bulletin 34-17-25 names the gear oil pump V553 as pump B in its 0CJ, 0CK and 0CL dual-clutch gearboxes and describes an assembly defect that made the pump rattle. CARB requires that electric actuators are checked for proper function. Worn brushes or bearings, a jammed impeller, contaminated fluid or a bad ground typically change the current draw before the pump fails.
P276D at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyHard
- Typical labor1 to 4 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P276D
- Noise from the pump area
- Transmission warning lamp
- Stop-start or shift quality restricted
Common causes of P276D
- Most likelyWorn bearings or binding impeller in pump B
- PossibleContaminated or wrong transmission fluid
- PossiblePoor ground or connector resistance at the pump
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Aux trans pump bCurrent sensor
What each part of P276D means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 7 | Area: transmission. |
| 6D | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P276D and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P276D
What does P276D mean?
P276D means "Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Current". P276D is the general current code for the motor of auxiliary transmission pump B: the measured current does not fit the commanded speed or load, without the module saying whether it is too low or too high. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P276D?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P276D the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P276D fail an emissions test?
P276D is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is P276D to fix?
Difficulty: hard. A typical repair takes 1 to 4 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P276D clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.