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PowertrainP2316

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake pedal switch signal mutual exclusion fault

31 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. Have braking checked promptly.

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

The braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

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 31

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2316No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2316No description available Powertrain
BYDP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
CheryP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2316Tändspole 'F' primärstyrkrets hög BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
GMP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2316Ignition Coil 6 Control Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2316No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP2316No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2316Ignition coil F primary control - circuit high BrandPowertrain
MahindraP2316No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP2316No description available Powertrain
OpelP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2316No description available Powertrain
PorscheP2316No description available Powertrain
SaabP2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2316Ignition Coil F Primary Control Circuit High BrandPowertrain
SmartP2316No description available Powertrain
SprinterP2316No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP2316No description available Powertrain
TataP2316Ignition Coil 6 Circuit Primary High Current BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2316Brake pedal switch signal mutual exclusion fault BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2316Control circuit for ignition coil 6: short to plus; No or incorrect basic setting / adaptation 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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