P282E code meaning
Pressure Control Solenoid K Control Circuit Range/Performance
Powertrain system Generic code P28xx codes Check engine light
What P282E means
P282E is meant for a solenoid K control circuit whose behaviour strays from what the TCM expects although there is no clean open or short. No manufacturer documents it publicly, and CARB 13 CCR 1968.2 states the monitoring duty only in general form. GM's K valve in the 2023 Corvette illustrates what such a check could look like: the TCM derives valve current from duty cycle and supply voltage and compares it with the request, yet a miss of more than 70 % for 60 ms or 400 mA for 300 ms is stored as P2830, not as P282E. Coil resistance rising with heat, a poor ground or a weak driver stage are the likely technical causes. Measure resistance cold and warm and compare actual and requested current in live data.
P282E at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyHard
- Typical labor1 to 6 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of P282E
- Uneven gear preselection
- MIL or transmission warning
Common causes of P282E
- PossibleCoil resistance rising with temperature
- PossiblePoor ground or supply to the driver stage
- Less likelyWeak output stage in the TCM
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Pressure control solenoid kWiring harness
What each part of P282E means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 8 | Area: transmission. |
| 2E | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P282E 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 P282E
What does P282E mean?
P282E means "Pressure Control Solenoid K Control Circuit Range/Performance". P282E is meant for a solenoid K control circuit whose behaviour strays from what the TCM expects although there is no clean open or short. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P282E?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P282E the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P282E fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P282E is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P282E to fix?
Difficulty: hard. A typical repair takes 1 to 6 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P282E clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.