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PowertrainP0C5E

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Drive motor 'A' position sensor circuit 'B' intermittent/erratic

22 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
BYDP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
CheryP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
DFFSP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0C5EAjo moottori 'A' paikka-anturi piiri 'B' katkonainen/epävakaa BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
GMP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
HyundaiP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0C5ENo description available Powertrain
SaabP0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0C5EDrive Motor 'A' Position Sensor Circuit 'B' Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0C5EDrive motor 'A' position sensor circuit 'B' intermittent/erratic 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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