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PowertrainP049E

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

EGR 'B' control position exceeded learning limit

23 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP049EExhaust Gas Differential Pressure Sensor Signal Plausibility Error BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
BYDP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
CheryP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP049ENo description available Powertrain
DFFSP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP049EEGR 'B' -ohjausasema ylitti oppimisrajan BrandPowertrain
GeelyP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
GMP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 2 Position Not Learned BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP049ENo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP049ENo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP049EExhaust gas recirculation B - Control position exceeded learning limit BrandPowertrain
OpelP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP049ENo description available Powertrain
SaabP049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P049EExhaust Gas Recirculation 'B' Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP049EWhen low pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve learning related fault code occurs BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP049EEGR 'B' control position exceeded learning limit 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.

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