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PowertrainP0437

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Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1)

24 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

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 · Bank 2: the side of the engine containing cylinder 2 · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
BMWP0437Catalyst Temp. Sensor Low Input BrandPowertrain
BYDP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
CheryP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0437Litar sensor suhu pemangkin rendah bank 2 sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
GMP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
MaseratiP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
PeugeotP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 1) SAEPowertrain
SaabP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
TataP0437Catalyst Temperature Sensor Low Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0437Catalyst temperature sensor circuit low bank 2 sensor 1 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 P0437 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP043700Rear exhaust gas temperature sensor - low signal BrandPowertrain

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