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PowertrainP0D78

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

A/C compressor control module output driver temperature sensor circuit low

11 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 11

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0D78CAN Bus Of The Vehicle. (C). Operation Failure BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0D78No description available Powertrain
EOBDP0D78Litar sensor suhu pemacu output modul kawalan pemampat A/C rendah BrandPowertrain
GMP0D78No description available Powertrain
HoldenP0D78Electric A/C Compressor Control Module Output Driver Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP0D78No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0D78Electric A/C Compressor Control Module Output Driver Temperature Sensor Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
OpelP0D78No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP0D78No description available Powertrain
SaabP0D78No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP0D78A/C compressor control module output driver temperature sensor circuit low 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.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0D78 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP0D7801Battery (+) voltage low (critical) BrandPowertrain

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