P253A
PTO Sense Circuit/Open
What it means
P253A means PTO Sense Circuit/Open.
Check these first
- An open in the PTO sense circuit wiring
- A failed PTO sense switch
- Corrosion at the PTO sense switch connector
- A blown PTO sense circuit fuse
What to do next
- Read the PTO sense input on a scan tool
- Check the PTO sense circuit fuse
- Test the PTO sense circuit for an open
- Inspect the PTO sense switch connector for corrosion
- Replace the PTO sense switch if the circuit tests good
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.