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PowertrainP043A

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Catalyst temperature sensor circuit bank 2 sensor 2

20 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 · Bank 2: the side of the engine containing cylinder 2 · 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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP043ANo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
BYDP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
CheryP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DaewooP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DFFXP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DFXKP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
EOBDP043APekal suhu pemangkin litar bank 2 sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
GMP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
HafeiP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP043ANo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP043ANo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP043ANo description available Powertrain
SaabP043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P043ACatalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP043ACatalyst temperature sensor circuit bank 2 sensor 2 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 P043A and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP043A00Rear exhaust gas temperature sensor(faulty voltage supply) BrandPowertrain

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