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PowertrainP20ED

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

SCR NOx pre-catalyst - overtemperature bank 1

22 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Catalytic converter: cleans the exhaust gases · Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Bank 1: the side of the engine containing cylinder 1 · 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP20EDNo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP20EDNo description available Powertrain
BYDP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
CheryP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
DFFXP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
DFXKP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
EOBDP20EDNo description available Powertrain
GeelyP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
GMP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
HafeiP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP20EDNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP20EDNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP20EDNo description available Powertrain
SaabP20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P20EDSCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
SmartP20EDNo description available Powertrain
TataP20EDNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP20EDSCR NOx pre-catalyst - overtemperature bank 1 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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