PowertrainP100E
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Torque intervention to protect turbocharger
Key terms: Turbocharger: an exhaust-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · 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
- Sensor or actuator fault
- Wiring or connector fault
- Vacuum or intake leak
- Fuel or ignition problem
- Control module fault
3Can I drive?
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 16
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAIC Motor | P100E | Oil Control Valve (OCV) circuit short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P100E | NO. 015 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P100E | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) pressure sensor upstream pipeline fell off Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P100E | Generatorspole W-fas hög temp Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Holden | P100E | Accelerator Pedal Position Signal Message Counter Incorrect Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P100E | Generator coil W phase high TEMP Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Proton | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Saab | P100E | No description available | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P100E | Torque intervention to protect turbocharger Brand | Powertrain |
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 P100E and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SsangYong | P100E00 | Shift-by-Wire (SBW) internal error (watchdog error) Brand | Powertrain |
6Related codes
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