What are the common causes of P260A?

An open in the power take off control circuit wiring. A failed PTO control switch or solenoid. A loose or corroded PTO control connector. A blown fuse in the PTO control circuit.

Read PTO control status on a scan tool. Test the PTO control circuit for an open. Check the PTO fuse and relay. Inspect the PTO switch and solenoid connectors. Replace the PTO control switch or solenoid if the circuit tests good. Clear the code and retest.

P260A

PTO Control Circuit/Open

System: Computer output circuits (P code)
Lamp: Check Engine Light
Category: Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls

What it means

P260A means PTO Control Circuit/Open.

Check these first

An open in the power take off control circuit wiring
A failed PTO control switch or solenoid
A loose or corroded PTO control connector
A blown fuse in the PTO control circuit

What to do next

Read PTO control status on a scan tool
Test the PTO control circuit for an open
Check the PTO fuse and relay
Inspect the PTO switch and solenoid connectors
Replace the PTO control switch or solenoid if the circuit tests good
Clear the code and retest

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Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.