PowertrainP012200

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is only generated if any of the diagnostic trouble codes ECM-P012000, ECM- or ECM-P012300 have been detected

4 brands affected · Description from Volvo data.

Key terms: Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Mass air flow sensor: measures the air going into the engine · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This code is in the fuel, air and oxygen sensor range, which also includes coolant temperature faults.

2Common causes

Dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor
Vacuum or intake air leak
Weak fuel pump or clogged fuel filter
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty oxygen sensor
Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed if the engine runs badly or the code keeps returning. Because this range includes coolant temperature sensors, watch the temperature gauge: if it climbs into the red, or the engine overheats or stalls, stop safely and get professional help.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 4

Brand	Code	Description	System
Hyundai	P012200	is set when the voltage below minimum output voltage of ACV - is detected for more than 0.1 sec. This code is due to short to ground in ACV circuit or ACV, ECM Brand	Powertrain
Porsche	P012200	No description available	Powertrain
SsangYong	P012200	Throttle/Pedal position sensor/switch 'A' circuit low input Brand	Powertrain
Volvo	P012200	The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is only generated if any of the diagnostic trouble codes ECM-P012000, ECM- or ECM-P012300 have been detected Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Related codes

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