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PowertrainP0724

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake Switch B Circuit High

28 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

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

1What it means in plain English

This range normally covers the transmission control system, but some manufacturers use P07-P09 codes for unrelated functions (fuel pump control, air-mix motors, lighting or windows). Check the description before assuming it is a transmission fault.

2Common causes

  1. Low or dirty transmission fluid
  2. Faulty shift solenoid
  3. Faulty speed sensor
  4. Wiring or connector fault
  5. Internal transmission wear

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

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 28

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
BMWP0724Torque Converter/Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
BYDP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
CheryP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0724Brake Switch Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP0724STP light SW ON fixed BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0724Litar suis brek 'B' tinggi BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
GMP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0724Brake Switch Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0724Brake switch B - circuit high BrandPowertrain
OpelP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP0724STP light SW ON fixed BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High SAEPowertrain
SaabP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
SubaruP0724Brake Switch Circuit High BrandPowertrain
TataP0724Gear 5 Incorrect Ratio BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0724Brake Switch B Circuit High BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0724SAE: Brake Switch B 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.

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