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PowertrainP0472

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Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low

29 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 · 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 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BMWP0472Exhaust Press. Sensor Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor Low BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0472Eksostrykksensor 'A' krets lav BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor Low BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor 1 Low BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0472Exhaust pressure sensor low BrandPowertrain
NissanP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
PeugeotP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
PorscheP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0472Exhaust pressure sensor low BrandPowertrain
SaabP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
SmartP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low SAEPowertrain
TataP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0472Exhaust Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low 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 P0472 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiP047200If the DPS output signal is lower than minimum threshold value, ECM sets DTC BrandPowertrain

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