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PowertrainP15A4

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Vehicle Sleep Mode active; Upper limit exceeded

12 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

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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP15A4No description available Powertrain
DFFSP15A4Oil pressure regulating solenoid valve failure BrandPowertrain
EOBDP15A4AraƧ kapatma aktif BrandPowertrain
GMP15A4No description available Powertrain
HoldenP15A4Remote Vehicle Start Starter Enable Relay Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP15A4No description available Powertrain
OpelP15A4No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP15A4No description available Powertrain
PorscheP15A4No description available Powertrain
ProtonP15A4No description available Powertrain
SaabP15A4No description available Powertrain
VolkswagenP15A4Vehicle Sleep Mode active; Upper limit exceeded 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 P15A4 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP15A400Diagnostic fault check to report the plausibility error with wheel speeds BrandPowertrain
SprinterP15A400Diagnostic fault check to report the plausibility error with wheel speeds BrandPowertrain

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