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PowertrainP18A7

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Transmission parking inhibition actuator high control circuit high voltage

11 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 11

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP18A7No description available Powertrain
EOBDP18A7Pumpa hlađenja za mjenjač BrandPowertrain
GMP18A7No description available Powertrain
HoldenP18A7Transmission Park Inhibit Actuator High Control Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP18A7Range change switch circuit BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP18A7Shift lever position signal fail BrandPowertrain
OpelP18A7No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP18A7No description available Powertrain
ProtonP18A7Shift lever position signal fail BrandPowertrain
SaabP18A7No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP18A7Transmission parking inhibition actuator high control circuit high voltage 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.

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