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PowertrainP0A72

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Generator phase V current

20 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 charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight 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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0A72No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
BYDP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
CheryP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0A72Arus fasa V penjana BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
GMP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0A72No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0A72No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0A72No description available Powertrain
SaabP0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0A72Generator Phase V Current BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0A72Generator phase V current 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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