P279C
Transfer Case Gear Neutral Incorrect Ratio
What it means
P279C means Transfer Case Gear Neutral Incorrect Ratio.
Check these first
- A failed transfer case neutral position sensor
- Worn transfer case gears letting the neutral ratio drift
- A failed transfer case control module or solenoid
- Low or contaminated transfer case fluid
What to do next
- Read the transfer case neutral ratio on a scan tool
- Check transfer case fluid level and condition
- Test the transfer case neutral position sensor
- Command the transfer case through neutral and watch the ratio
- Replace the transfer case position sensor if the reading stays wrong
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.