OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P260C PTO Control Circuit High
Voltage on the PTO engagement control line is above the expected window. Typical causes are a short to battery or an open solenoid coil.
Is it safe to drive with P260C?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyControl wire shorted to a B+ supply
- PossibleOpen solenoid coil
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.8–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Pto Engagement Solenoid, Wiring Harness
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.