OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P275E Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor D Circuit Intermittent
The fourth transmission fluid temperature sensor signal jumps or drops out intermittently. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.
Is it safe to drive with P275E?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor connector not fully seated
- PossibleHarness chafed against transmission housing
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Trans Fluid Temp Sensor D, Wiring Harness
Related codes
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- P275CTransmission Fluid Temperature Sensor D Circuit Low
- P275DTransmission Fluid Temperature Sensor D Circuit High
- P275FTransmission Fluid Temperature Sensor D Over Temperature Condition
- P2760Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit Intermittent
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.