PowertrainP180E

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Motor controller overtemperature fault: level 3

11 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

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
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

Brand	Code	Description	System
Daewoo	P180E	No description available	Powertrain
DFXK	P180E	Motor controller overtemperature fault: level 3 Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P180E	Steuergerät-Reset Brand	Powertrain
GM	P180E	No description available	Powertrain
Holden	P180E	Transmission Range Selector Switch 9 Circuit High Voltage Brand	Powertrain
Mahindra	P180E	No description available	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P180E	Clutch shift PRS.SOL.1 circuit Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P180E	No description available	Powertrain
Peugeot	P180E	No description available	Powertrain
Proton	P180E	Clutch shift PRS.SOL.1 circuit Brand	Powertrain
Saab	P180E	No 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 P180E and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P180E00	An internal control unit reset was performed. Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P180E00	Ein interner Steuergeräte-Reset wurde durchgeführt. Brand	Powertrain

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