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PowertrainP044D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

EGR sensor 'C' circuit high

24 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP044DHybrid Battery. Electrical Current Sensor. Sensor B. Communication Error BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
BYDP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
CheryP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP044DNo description available Powertrain
DFFSP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP044DEGR senzor 'C' krug visok BrandPowertrain
GeelyP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
GMP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation 2 Position Sensor Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP044DNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP044DNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP044DExhaust gas recirculation sensor C - circuit high. - Circuit high BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP044DNo description available Powertrain
NissanP044DNo description available Powertrain
OpelP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP044DNo description available Powertrain
SaabP044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P044DExhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor 'C' Circuit High BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP044DEGR sensor 'C' circuit 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 P044D and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP044D12EGR Sensor 'C' Circuit High circuit short to battery BrandPowertrain

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