P276E code meaning
Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Current Low
Powertrain system Generic code P27xx codes Check engine light
What P276E means
P276E tells you that the motor of a second electric transmission fluid pump, called B, takes less current than its commanded duty would require. A small draw usually means the motor is not really working: a broken winding, worn brushes, extra resistance in the feed or ground, or an impeller spinning freely because it has no fluid to move. No manufacturer documents P276E publicly. Ford shows the same check for pump A in its 2024 OBD summary for the 10R60/10R80 and 8F57 gearboxes, where an under-current reported by the pump becomes P0C27 (UDS P0C26_18). What pump B is depends on the car; Audi names the gear oil pump V553 on its 0CJ, 0CK and 0CL twin-clutch units. P276F covers the opposite case. Expect stop-start to be withheld while the fault is present.
P276E at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyHard
- Typical labor0.5 to 4 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P276E
- Check engine or transmission warning lamp
- Engine stop-start no longer operates
- Delayed or harsh drive engagement after an engine restart
Common causes of P276E
- Most likelyWorn brushes or open winding in the pump B motor
- PossibleCorroded connector or high-resistance feed/ground to the pump
- PossibleLow fluid level so the impeller runs without load
- Less likelyFaulty current measurement in the pump controller or TCM
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Aux trans pump bPump motor
What each part of P276E 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. |
| 6E | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P276E 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 P276E
What does P276E mean?
P276E means "Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump B Motor Current Low". P276E tells you that the motor of a second electric transmission fluid pump, called B, takes less current than its commanded duty would require. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P276E?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P276E the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P276E fail an emissions test?
P276E 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 P276E to fix?
Difficulty: hard. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 4 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P276E clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.