Powertrain
generic / SAE
P273B
Transmission Friction Element H Apply Time Range/Performance
The time required to apply friction element H is outside the expected window.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number7 / 3B
Possible causes
- Worn clutch friction plates high
- Pressure control solenoid drift medium
- Internal hydraulic leak in apply circuit 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 h
- Component: hydraulic control unit
- Component: pressure control solenoid
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012