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PowertrainP2142

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High

32 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: EGR: exhaust gas recirculation, which cuts harmful gases · 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 32

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2142Wheel Sensor Third Axle Left. Sensor Wiring Short Circuit BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
BYDP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
CheryP2142Fault Path For TVA Power Stage BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
DaewooP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2142ECU drive EGR valve H-bridge negative short to power BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2142EGR-ohjauspiiri 'A' korkealla BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
GMP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2142Fault path for TVA power stage BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP2142EGR throttle control circuit HI BrandPowertrain
NissanP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
OpelP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
ProtonP2142EGR throttle control circuit HI BrandPowertrain
SaabP2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2142Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit A High BrandPowertrain
SmartP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
SprinterP2142EGR Throttle Control Circuit A High SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP2142Inlet Throt Val Con Crt high BrandPowertrain
TataP2142EGR Solenoid Throttle Command.Closed High BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2142EGR throttle control circuit 'A' high BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2142SAE: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Throttle Control Circuit High 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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