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PowertrainP20A0

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Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open

27 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
BYDP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
CheryP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
DaewooP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
DFFSP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
DFFXP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
DFXKP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
EOBDP20A0Reduktant-renseventil 'A' krets /åpen BrandPowertrain
FordP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
GeelyP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
GMP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
Great WallP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
HafeiP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
HoldenP20A0Reductant Purge Valve Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve 'A' Circuit / Open BrandPowertrain
OpelP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
SaabP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
SmartP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
TataP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve A Circuit /Open SAEPowertrain
ToyotaP20A0Reductant Purge Control Valve Circuit /Open BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP20A0Purge valve for reductant: open circuit; No signal/communication 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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