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PowertrainP190C

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Shift lever 4 sensor output is too high

16 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 16

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryP190CMotor Controller Bus Overvoltage BrandPowertrain
DaewooP190CNo description available Powertrain
DFFSP190CShift lever 4 sensor output is too high BrandPowertrain
DFXKP190CTemperature too high fault: level 4 BrandPowertrain
EOBDP190CGearshift endless BrandPowertrain
GMP190CNo description available Powertrain
Great WallP190CLarge duty cycle or high current time too long BrandPowertrain
HoldenP190CDrive Motor Inverter Phase W Temperature Erratic BrandPowertrain
MahindraP190CNo description available Powertrain
OpelP190CNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP190CNo description available Powertrain
SaabP190CNo description available Powertrain
SuzukiP190CGearshift Endless BrandPowertrain
TataP190CNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP190CShift lever 4 sensor output is too high BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP190CCoolant pump for intercooler: no signal; Short to plus 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 P190C and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP190C00Charger - Lost Comms BrandPowertrain
SprinterP190C00Open load error for powerstage BrandPowertrain

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