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PowertrainP1972

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

PTC temperature sensor broken circuit

16 brands affected · Description from BAIC Motor 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
BAIC MotorP1972PTC temperature sensor broken circuit BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1972No description available Powertrain
CheryP1972Relay for Secondary Air Injection Pump 4 (J705): Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1972No description available Powertrain
DFXKP1972Relay for Secondary Air Injection Pump 4 (J705): Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1972Tork kopling BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1972Relay for Secondary Air Injection Pump 4 (J705): Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1972No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1972No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1972No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1972Inquiry/response error BrandPowertrain
OpelP1972No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1972No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1972Inquiry/response error BrandPowertrain
SaabP1972No description available Powertrain
SmartP1972No 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.

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