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PowertrainP0C04

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

External temperature sensor fault

26 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

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

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 26

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0C04No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0C04No description available Powertrain
BYDP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
CheryP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0C04No description available Powertrain
DFFSP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0C04Drivmotor 'B' ström hög BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
GMP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0C04Drive Motor 2 High Current BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0C04No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0C04No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0C04Rear motor over current BrandPowertrain
OpelP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0C04No description available Powertrain
ProtonP0C04Rear motor over current BrandPowertrain
SaabP0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0C04Drive Motor 'B' Current High BrandPowertrain
SprinterP0C04No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP0C04External temperature sensor 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.

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