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PowertrainP041A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

EGR temperature sensor 'B' circuit

22 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Catalytic converter: cleans the exhaust gases · EGR: exhaust gas recirculation, which cuts harmful gases · EVAP: the system that traps fuel vapour · Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This range covers emissions control (EGR, EVAP, oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter), but some manufacturers also use P04 codes for oil-pressure, brake-fluid and coolant-level warnings.

2Common causes

  1. Clogged or faulty EGR valve
  2. EVAP system leak (hoses, canister, fuel cap)
  3. Faulty oxygen sensor
  4. Ageing catalytic converter
  5. Low oil, brake fluid or coolant (on some models)
  6. Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. Check the description: if it names oil pressure, brake fluid, coolant, or a brake fault, stop safely and have it diagnosed before driving. Emissions-only codes (EGR, EVAP, catalyst) should still be checked before an emissions or roadworthiness inspection.

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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP041ANo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP041ALitar penderia suhu 'B' EGR BrandPowertrain
GeelyP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP041ANo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP041ANo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP041AEGR Temperature Sensor 'B' Circuit BrandPowertrain
OpelP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP041ANo description available Powertrain
SaabP041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P041AExhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor B Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP041AEGR temperature sensor 'B' circuit 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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