P2797 — Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump A Performance/Stuck Off
The first auxiliary transmission fluid pump is commanded on but does not run.
General code reference. Confirm the definition and diagnostic procedure for your vehicle's year, model and engine. A stored code alone does not identify a failed part.
Affected components
- Aux trans pump a
- Pump motor
Possible causes to check
These are possible checks, not a ranked diagnosis. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's test procedure before replacing parts.
- Pump motor seized by sediment
- Cracked rotor magnet decouples drive
- Carbon or debris buildup preventing free movement
Possible 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
Diagnostic notes
- The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
Related codes
Sources
Check each reference's vehicle and model-year scope. General background links do not establish which fault is most likely on your vehicle.
Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.