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PowertrainP029900

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Der Ladedruck des Abgasturboladers 1 weicht bei niedriger Motordrehzahl vom Sollwert ab.

5 brands affected · Description from Mercedes-Benz data.

Key terms: Turbocharger: an exhaust-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 · 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 5

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP029900Der Ladedruck des Abgasturboladers 1 weicht bei niedriger Motordrehzahl vom Sollwert ab. BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP029900If boost pressure sensor output value is lower than target value for more than 6 sec. under engine speed over 1500 RPM and amount of fuel injection 20mg/hub condition ECM sets DTC. This fault might be caused by air leakage on intake system BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP029900Turbocharger Underboost Condition BrandPowertrain
VolvoP029900If the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is generated together with ECM- there is leakage from th hose or connection between the turbo unit and the throttle module BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP029900Turbo/Super Charger Underboost 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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