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PowertrainP0250

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High

32 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Turbocharger: an exhaust-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · Supercharger: an engine-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Mass air flow sensor: measures the air going into the engine · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This code is in the powertrain range that covers fuel and air metering, over-temperature, overspeed and transmission over-temperature conditions.

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

Do not assume this code is safe to ignore: some codes in this range affect engine safety systems. Have it diagnosed; if the engine is overheating, a red warning light is on, or the engine loses power or cuts out, 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 32

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
BMWP0250Turbo/Super Charger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
BYDP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
CheryP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0250Aktuator 'B' prenapuhne/napuhne turbine visok BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
GMP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0250Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid Valve Control Circuit High Voltage Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
HondaP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0250Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator 2 Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
OpelP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
PorscheP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
SaabP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
SprinterP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B High SAEPowertrain
SubaruP0250Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
TataP0250Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid B High BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0250Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid B High 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.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0250 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP025012Der Ausgang 2 für Niederdruck-Abgasturbolader hat Kurzschluss nach Plus. Es liegt ein Kurzschluss nach Plus vor. BrandPowertrain

6Related codes

  • P0251 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0252 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A Range/Performance (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0253 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A Low (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0254 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0255 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A Intermittent (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0256 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0257 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B Range/Performance (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0258 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B Low (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P0259 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P025A Fuel Pump Module A Control Circuit/Open
  • P025B Fuel Pump Module Control Circuit Range/Performance
  • P025C Fuel Pump Module A Control Circuit Low

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