PowertrainP0489

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

EGR A Control Circuit Low

34 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

Clogged or faulty EGR valve
EVAP system leak (hoses, canister, fuel cap)
Faulty oxygen sensor
Ageing catalytic converter
Low oil, brake fluid or coolant (on some models)
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 34

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P0489	EGR Valve Actuator CKT Short To GND Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P0489	EGR cont crt shorted to ground Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P0489	EGR valve drive circuit fault Brand	Powertrain
Chrysler	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Daewoo	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P0489	EGR Valve Drive Circuit Voltage Too Low Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P0489	EGR 'A' styrekreds lav Brand	Powertrain
Ford	P0489	DTC P0404 is replaced by DTCs and P0490 Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P0489	EGR valve drive Circ. voltage too low Brand	Powertrain
GM	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Control Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Hyundai	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Isuzu	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Land Rover	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Mahindra	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Maserati	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Mazda	P0489	DTC P0404 is replaced by DTCs and P0490 Brand	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P0489	EGR valve low Brand	Powertrain
Nissan	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Opel	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P0489	EGR A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Proton	P0489	EGR valve low Brand	Powertrain
Saab	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit A Low Brand	Powertrain
Suzuki	P0489	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Circuit 'A' Low Brand	Powertrain
SWM Motor	P0489	Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve drive circuit short circuit to ground Brand	Powertrain
Tata	P0489	EGR Solenoid Valve Control - Low Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P0489	Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve control circuit short to ground Brand	Powertrain

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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0489 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Hyundai	P048900	is set when '0'A is detected in Electric EGR control valve circuit for more than 0.65 sec. This code is due to open or short to ground in Electric EGR control valve circuit or internal open in Electric EGR control valve component Brand	Powertrain
SsangYong	P048900	High pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve H-bridge circuit short to ground Brand	Powertrain

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