P251D – PTO – Engine Shutdown Circuit / Open

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P251D Possible Causes

  • Faulty Power Take-Off (PTO) activation switch
  • Power Take-Off (PTO) activation switch harness is open or shorted
  • Power Take-Off (PTO) activation switch circuit has poor electrical connection

How to Fix Code P251D

Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Look for damaged components and check for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

Possible Symptoms

Illuminated engine light (or service engine soon warning light)

P251D Meaning

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) monitors the Power Take-Off (PTO) engine shutdown circuit. The PCM sets the OBDII code when the Power Take-Off (PTO) shutdown is outside factory specifications.

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