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Diagnostic reference · P270D

P270D

Transmission Friction Element D Temperature Too High

System
Transmission (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Transmission

What it means

P270D means Transmission Friction Element D Temperature Too High.

Check these first

  • Low or contaminated transmission fluid raising friction element D temperature
  • Slipping clutch packs for friction element D building heat
  • A restricted transmission fluid cooler or line
  • A failed transmission fluid temperature sensor skewing the reading

What to do next

  1. Read transmission fluid temperature and friction element D data on a scan tool
  2. Check transmission fluid level and condition
  3. Inspect the transmission fluid cooler and lines for restriction
  4. Check for slipping on friction element D
  5. Repair or replace friction element D if it is slipping
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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