OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P255E PTO Speed Selector Sensor/Switch 2 Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
PTO speed selector 2 signal jumps or drops out — usually a worn rotary contact or vibration on the work attachment.
Is it safe to drive with P255E?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyWorn rotary contact
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
- Less likelyHarness routed against vibrating component
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Pto Speed Selector 2
Related codes
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- P255DPTO Speed Selector Sensor/Switch 2 Circuit High
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.