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PowertrainP2308

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Vacuum pump relay sticking

22 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

Safety: This code relates to the braking system or brake assist. Braking may be affected.

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?

Serious · drive with care

Have it checked immediately: brakes or brake assistance may be affected. Do not drive if the pedal feels soft or hard, the car pulls when braking, or the brake warning light is on.

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 CVP2308ABS Solenoid Valve At The Left Front Axle. Short Circuit To Ground BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2308Vacuum pump relay sticking BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2308Tennspole 'C' sekundærkrets BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2308No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2308Ignition coil C secondary circuit BrandPowertrain
MahindraP2308No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP2308No description available Powertrain
PorscheP2308No description available Powertrain
SaabP2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2308Ignition Coil C Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
TataP2308Ignition Coil X Secondary Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2308Vacuum pump relay sticking 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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