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PowertrainP14C9

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Coolant pump 3

1 brand affected · Description from EOBD 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 1

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
EOBDP14C9Coolant pump 3 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 P14C9 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP14C900SRC high for oil pressure sensor BrandPowertrain
SprinterP14C900SRC high for oil pressure sensor BrandPowertrain

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