Powertrain
generic / SAE
P270A
Transmission Friction Element A Temperature Too High
Friction element A inside the automatic transmission has reached over-temperature. Excessive slip during shifts or trailer towing burns the clutch.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number7 / 0A
Possible causes
- Excessive slip due to worn clutch or low pressure high
- Restricted transmission fluid cooler medium
- Sustained heavy load such as trailer towing medium
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 400–4000 €
- Estimated time: 3–10 h
- Component: friction element a
- Component: transmission fluid
- Component: cooler
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012