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PowertrainP10AD

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Magnetic clutch for supercharger: open circuit; Open or short to ground

15 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen data.

Key terms: Supercharger: an engine-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

  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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP10ADNo description available Powertrain
BYDP10ADNO. 174 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
DaewooP10ADNo description available Powertrain
DFXKP10ADRail pressure above max positive deviation BrandPowertrain
EOBDP10ADInjecto 3 BrandPowertrain
GMP10ADNo description available Powertrain
Great WallP10ADFuel rail pressure positive maximum deviation out of range BrandPowertrain
HoldenP10ADCylinder 6 Injection Pulse Offset Exceeded Minimum Learning Limit BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP10ADOil pump drive circuit BrandPowertrain
NissanP10ADNo description available Powertrain
OpelP10ADNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP10ADNo description available Powertrain
ProtonP10ADOil pump drive circuit BrandPowertrain
SaabP10ADNo description available Powertrain
VolkswagenP10ADMagnetic clutch for supercharger: open circuit; Open or short to ground 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P10AD and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP10AD00nicht verbaut BrandPowertrain
SprinterP10AD00nicht verbaut BrandPowertrain

6Related codes

  • P10A0 Control circuit for intake air regulating flap: electrical malfunction
  • P10A1 NO. 162 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault
  • P10A2 Crash Input - No Signal
  • P10A3 NO. 164 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault
  • P10A4 Intake air regulating flap: mechanical malfunction; Defective
  • P10A5 Position sensor for intake air regulating flap: signal too high; Open circuit
  • P10A6 Position sensor for intake air regulating flap: signal too low; Lower limit exceeded
  • P10A7 Adaptation of intake air regulating flap: Clogged/Dirty; Mechanical failure
  • P10A8 Adaptation of intake air regulating flap: lower stop not reached
  • P10A9 Magnetic clutch for supercharger: stuck closed; Open or short to plus
  • P10AA Magnetic clutch for supercharger: stuck open; Open circuit
  • P10AB Magnetic clutch for supercharger: excessive wear; Electrical fault in circuit

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