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PowertrainP102A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Torque restriction due to coolant temperature; No or incorrect basic setting / adaptation

19 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen 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 engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

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

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

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 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP102ANO. 043 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP102AAtmosphere Pressure Value Above Upper Limit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP102ANo description available Powertrain
DFXKP102AAtmosphere Pressure Value Above Upper Limit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP102ABARO sensor A BrandPowertrain
GMP102ANo description available Powertrain
Great WallP102AAmbient pressure signal high BrandPowertrain
HoldenP102AReductant Heater 2 Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP102ANo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP102ANo description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP102AMotor resolver comm. fail BrandPowertrain
OpelP102ANo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP102ANo description available Powertrain
PorscheP102ANo description available Powertrain
ProtonP102AMotor resolver comm. fail BrandPowertrain
SaabP102ANo description available Powertrain
SuzukiP102ANo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP102ABARO sensor A BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP102ATorque restriction due to coolant temperature; No or incorrect basic setting / adaptation 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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