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PowertrainP0818

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit

23 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

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

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

If the transmission slips, jerks, will not shift, or a transmission temperature warning is on, stop driving and let it cool: continuing can cause expensive damage. If the code names a different system (for example the fuel pump), treat it on its own terms; a fuel-pump control failure can stall the car, so have it checked before driving further. Otherwise drive gently to a workshop.

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 CVP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
BMWP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0818Litar input suis penceraian pemacu BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0818Driveline disconnect switch input circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit SAEPowertrain
SaabP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
TataP0818Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0818Driveline disconnect switch input circuit BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0818SAE: Driveline Disconnect Switch Input Circuit 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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