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PowertrainP2172

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected

25 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 25

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2172No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2172Intake air flow small leakage BrandPowertrain
BYDP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
CheryP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2172Throttle Actuator Control High Air Flow BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2172Throttle actuator control system - sudden high air flow detected BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
GMP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2172No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP2172No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP2172No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2172Throttle actuator control system - sudden high airflow detected BrandPowertrain
OpelP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2172No description available Powertrain
PorscheP2172Füllungserfassung - max BrandPowertrain
SaabP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
TataP2172Throttle Actuator Control System - Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2172Throttle Actuator Control System Sudden High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2172SAE: Throttle Actuator Control System: Sudden High Airflow Detected 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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