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PowertrainP1828

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Start lock failure

23 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1828Shift position sensor signal not in Netural BrandPowertrain
CheryP1828Clutch slip too large at 8th gear BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1828Pressure regulator 4 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1828Start lock failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1828Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218): Electrical Malfunction BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1828Kunci awal BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1828Pressure Control Valve 4 (N218): Electrical Malfunction BrandPowertrain
GMP1828Pressure regulator 4 BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1828Shift Fork 5-N Position Sensor BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP1828No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1828Transfer case counter clockwise shift relay coil circuit failure BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1828No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1828Gearbox EEPROM BrandPowertrain
OpelP1828Pressure regulator 4 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1828No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1828986: Druckregler 4 Kurzschluss nach Masse/Plus oder Unterbrechung Cayenne: Druckregler SLC 2 Kurzschluss nach Masse/Plus oder Unterbrechung BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1828Gearbox EEPROM BrandPowertrain
SaabP1828Pressure regulator 4 BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1828Shiftfork 5 Position Sensor Signal out of Range BrandPowertrain
SmartP1828No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1828Slope Sensor Range / Performance BrandPowertrain
TataP1828No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1828Start lock failure 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1828 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP182800No description available Powertrain
SprinterP182800No description available Powertrain
SsangYongP182800Solenoid current outside expected range BrandPowertrain

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