P278E – Intermittent/Irregular Kick Switch Circuit

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P278E Possible Causes

  • Faulty kickdown switch
  • Kickdown switch harness is open or shorted
  • Poor electrical connection in the kickdown switch circuit

How to Fix Code P278E

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

Possible Symptoms

Engine light on (or service engine soon warning light)

P278E Meaning

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) monitors the kickdown switch circuit signal. The TCM sets the OBDII code when the kickdown switch circuit signal is outside factory specifications.

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