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PowertrainP159C

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Power Take-Off (PTO) Remote Engine Shutdown Switch Circuit

11 brands affected · Description from Holden 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 11

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP159CNo description available Powertrain
EOBDP159CCapteur G BrandPowertrain
GMP159CNo description available Powertrain
HoldenP159CPower Take-Off (PTO) Remote Engine Shutdown Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP159CNo description available Powertrain
MahindraP159CNo description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP159CNo description available Powertrain
NissanP159CNo description available Powertrain
OpelP159CNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP159CNo description available Powertrain
SaabP159CNo 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 P159C and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP159C00Sensor Saugrohrdruck Sensordrift BrandPowertrain
SprinterP159C00Sensor Saugrohrdruck Sensordrift BrandPowertrain

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