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PowertrainP018200

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

is set when the voltage below 170mV(0.170V) - minimum voltage of FTS output - is detected for more than 3.0 sec. This code is due to short to ground in FTS signal circuit

2 brands affected · Description from Hyundai 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

  1. Dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor
  2. Vacuum or intake air leak
  3. Weak fuel pump or clogged fuel filter
  4. Faulty fuel injector
  5. Faulty oxygen sensor
  6. 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 2

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiP018200is set when the voltage below 170mV(0.170V) - minimum voltage of FTS output - is detected for more than 3.0 sec. This code is due to short to ground in FTS signal circuit BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP018200Fuel temperature sensor short circuit(B+) BrandPowertrain

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.

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