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PowertrainP156A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Battery capacity abnormal

10 brands affected · Description from DFXK 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 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP156ANo description available Powertrain
DFXKP156ABattery capacity abnormal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP156AStyreenhed defekt BrandPowertrain
GMP156ANo description available Powertrain
HoldenP156AAir Conditioning Refrigerant High Pressure When A/C Off BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP156ANo description available Powertrain
OpelP156ANo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP156ANo description available Powertrain
PorscheP156ANo description available Powertrain
SaabP156ANo description available 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P156A and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP156A00DPF Differenzdrucksensor 2 - Elektrischer Fehler Low BrandPowertrain
SprinterP156A00DPF Differenzdrucksensor 2 - Elektrischer Fehler Low BrandPowertrain

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