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PowertrainP2173

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected

27 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2173No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2173Intake air flow leakage BrandPowertrain
BYDP2173ETV control high air detected BrandPowertrain
CheryP2173ETV control high air detected BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2173ETV control high air detected BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2173Throttle actuator control system - high air flow detected BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2173ETV control high air detected BrandPowertrain
GMP2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2173ETV control high air detected BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2173ETV control high air detected BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2173Intake Air Flow Valve Stuck Open BrandPowertrain
HondaP2173No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP2173No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP2173No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2173Throttle actuator control system - high airflow detected BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP2173Throttle Actuator Control System - High Air Flow Detected BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP2173Throttle position BrandPowertrain
OpelP2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2173No description available Powertrain
ProtonP2173No description available Powertrain
SaabP2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2173Throttle Actuator Control System High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
TataP2173Throttle Actuator Control System - High Airflow Detected BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2173Throttle Actuator Control System 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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