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PowertrainP2338

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Super knock detection

30 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 30

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2338No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2338No description available Powertrain
BYDP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
CheryP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2338Super knock detection BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2338Engine cylinder 3 super knock BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2338Sylinteri 3 yllä iskun/palotärinäanturin kynnysarvon BrandPowertrain
FordP2338No description available Powertrain
GeelyP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
GMP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2338No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP2338No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2338No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
MazdaP2338No description available Powertrain
OpelP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2338No description available Powertrain
PorscheP2338No description available Powertrain
SaabP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
SmartP2338ENV_ _Häufigkeitsfehler BrandPowertrain
SprinterP2338No description available Powertrain
TataP2338Cylinder 3 Above Knock Threshold BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2338Super knock detection BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2338Cylinder 3 knock control: limit reached 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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