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PowertrainP04BF

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Left rear brake light failure

14 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the braking system. Have braking checked promptly.

1What it means in plain English

The left rear brake light is not working, so drivers behind may not see when you brake.

2Common causes

  1. Blown brake light bulb
  2. Damaged wiring or connector at the lamp
  3. Faulty brake light switch
  4. Water or corrosion in the lamp housing
  5. Body control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it fixed promptly: brake lights that do not work are dangerous, especially at night or in poor weather. If the brake lights do not come on at all, avoid driving until they are repaired.

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 14

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP04BFECU-Controller.Wrong Cogwheel BrandPowertrain
DaewooP04BFNo description available Powertrain
DFFSP04BFLeft rear brake light failure BrandPowertrain
EOBDP04BFFuel fill door unlock control circuit/open BrandPowertrain
GMP04BFNo description available Powertrain
HoldenP04BFFuel Fill Door Unlock Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP04BFNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP04BFFuel filler door unlock - Control circuit open circuit BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP04BFFuel fill door lock motor BrandPowertrain
OpelP04BFNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP04BFNo description available Powertrain
ProtonP04BFFuel fill door lock motor BrandPowertrain
SaabP04BFNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP04BFLeft rear brake light failure 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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