Fault code lookup

PowertrainP07C5

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Head restraint backward output fault

15 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the airbag or seat-belt restraint system. An airbag may not deploy in a crash.

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 airbag may not deploy in a crash. Have it checked by a qualified technician; do not work on airbag wiring yourself.

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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP07C5No description available Powertrain
DaewooP07C5No description available Powertrain
DFFSP07C5Head restraint backward output fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP07C5Mellanaxel varvtalssensor 'A' krets låg BrandPowertrain
GMP07C5No description available Powertrain
HoldenP07C5Odd Gear Shaft Speed Sensor Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP07C5No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP07C5Intermediate Shaft Speed Sensor 'A' Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP07C5No description available Powertrain
NissanP07C5No description available Powertrain
OpelP07C5No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP07C5No description available Powertrain
SaabP07C5No description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P07C5odd shaft speed sensor - open/ground short BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP07C5Head restraint backward output fault 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.

5Related codes

Browse Pxxx codes or P07Cxx codes.

OpenDTC - independent fault code reference